We’ve discussed the tactical side (Part 1 of 2) of HR, however, there’s also what we call the strategic function (where HR really makes a difference). HR Solves Problems HR sees it all. What other department can recruit your most difficult position, face down the EEOC, negotiate contracts, settle arguments among employees, and run a blood …
Read full articleYou’d be surprised by how many people we come across who don’t really have a full understanding of everything we do, or can do, as HR professionals. HR is often considered as a one-dimensional caricature, either Toby Flenderson from The Office, a party planner with not much else to do, or some corporate spy whose …
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Employers are reviewing their employee benefits to ensure they remain competitive in this challenging job market. Many employees indicate that paid leave is a benefit that could sway them to choose one employer over another. If you are an employer with over 50 employees, you should follow the Family Medical Leave Act and have an …
Read full articleOn January 26, 2021, Democrats in the U.S. House reintroduced the Raise the Wage Act, H.R. 601 (the “Act”), a bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to gradually lift the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour. So, what does this mean if it passes into law? Here are the details: If passed, …
Read full article2020 was the year that HR was required to react to the unexpected, but it’s now time to plan for the known challenges in the coming year. 2021 is the year that HR will be on the front lines dealing with employment law related compliance, including enforcing COVID-19 safety rules, crafting policies that support working …
Read full articleOn January 21, 2021, President Biden issued an “Executive Order on Protecting Worker Health and Safety,” which requires the Department of Labor (“DOL”), acting through its Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”), to issue new COVID-19 workplace safety guidance for employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act within two weeks of the date of …
Read full articleCompliance is both a main area of concern and focus for employers. Compliance in the world of HR simply outlines the process of defining policies and procedures — but it is by no means simple. Staying up-to-date on federal, state, and local laws and regulations are becoming increasingly difficult as we continue to endure shifts throughout …
Read full articleTemporary or contract jobs account for 21.5% of all online job openings, up from 17% in January. As uncertainty about the economy continues to shake up the nation, companies are hiring temporary workers and contractors instead of bringing on full-time permanent employees. As temporary workers make their way into most businesses, and remote work becomes …
Read full articleCOVID-19 has affected the workplace in several complex ways, and will continue to do so as much uncertainty lies ahead. We’ve reached a point where a lot of people have recently decided to take out-of-state vacations. Concerned colleagues are now expressing their hesitation with those vacationing to return to the office. As the employer, it …
Read full articleEmployers should take immediate action steps when an employee files a complaint. Being both proactive and responsive to internal complaints helps gather information quicker and increases the investigator’s chances of receiving the most accurate, and up-to-date details. Investigations help companies determine internal issues and resolve them before they become an issue across the board. With …
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