HR Compliance
Recruiting 101
The course will provide a high-level overview of recruiting and it will start with the basics so that every attendee of the course at any level will understand the basics of the need and the process. The information will provide insight into how recruiting ties into the budgets of the organization, basic compliance issues, technology overview, and process improvements. Recruiting at the core is the foundati..
Utilizing HR Metrics to Illustrate and Enhance Human Resource's Contribution
Human Resource Departments have traditionally been concerned with the processing of transactions and administrative functions – often with little or no objective data to provide them feedback on:The effectiveness of their HR processesOr the contribution that these processes are making to the organization’s business strategyHowever, many senior corporate executives are no longer satisfied with this scenario ..
Strategies for Discrimination Prevention: An EEO Investigator's Toolkit
Strategies for discrimination prevention require a proactive and comprehensive approach. This session offers an in-depth exploration of discrimination prevention, covering the historical context, legal foundations, and practical tools for EEO investigators. Topics include promoting workplace diversity, conducting effective investigations, implementing preventative measures, and fostering a culture of inclus..
Weighing Evidence, Driving Change: Writing the Investigation Report Following Discrimination and Harassment Cases
In this webinar, we will dive deep into the art and science of crafting investigation reports post-allegations of discrimination and harassment. Led by a seasoned HR professional, we're on a mission to arm you with the tools and know-how to navigate this tricky terrain with finesse.Kicking off, we will delve into the importance of thorough documentation and impartial analysis in your investigation reports. ..
Terminating Employees Safely
Terminating an employee is an uncomfortable situation for both the individual and the organization that is letting them go. There is a certain challenge that arises to the employer because if done incorrectly the employer can be faced with discrimination charges, wage and hour complaints, and wrongful discharge lawsuits. They can face fines, penalties, and unwanted audits. There are many employment law firm..
Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition: A Strategic Approach to Recruitment
Revolutionizing talent acquisition requires a departure from traditional recruitment methods towards a more strategic and forward-thinking approach. This session provides HR professionals with a comprehensive overview of the strategic elements involved in modern talent acquisition. Topics covered include the evolution of recruitment strategies, the role of technology, employer branding, and implementing dat..
The New Talent Landscape: How to Effectively Use AI to Recruit
It would take weeks to gather and analyze the same quantity of data manually that AI processes can accomplish in seconds. In today’s fast-moving business environment, speed is critical for the following reasons: Empowering faster decisions at the right times to generate business opportunitiesGetting accurate information quicklyFacilitating pattern recognition to spot trendsAccelerating all company processes..
Handling FMLA Abuse
Congress passed the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to ensure job protection for those who needed to take leave from their employment due to serious illnesses. Most employees do not abuse this entitlement; however, there are a select few who always want to beat the system. Those who abuse FMLA are headaches for both the employer and co-workers who have to pick up the slack. Unfortunately, when an employ..
Sexual Harassment: Key Business, Financial, Human Resource Issues
The marketplace is increasingly asking and evaluating the following critical questions: Does an organization avoid the growing legal pitfalls to avoid sexual harassment? Does the organization properly conduct sexual harassment and workplace investigations?Does the organization properly weigh and balance privacy issues and concerns?Are all employees encouraged to report incidents of sexual harassment? Are al..
Setting the New Director Up for Success - Onboarding
Summary/Purpose: Whilst a constructive onboarding plan is theoretically straightforward to achieve, many organizations fail to realize its potential, impairing the director’s engagement and ability to make a meaningful contribution. The aim of this workshop is to take a practical approach to the onboarding process, explaining the steps involved, the timing, the documents to be supplied and provide ideas for..
Social Media Issues in the Workplace
It's a lot more than just "sexting." or visiting inappropriate websites! Do you have a social media policy? Are employees aware of it and have they been trained in its proper application? Is your social media policy aligned with all your other policies and/or collective bargaining agreement(s), the National Labor Relations Act (Section 7 Rights) and/or your state and local labor and employment laws, and the..
Pregnancy Protections Regulations in the Workplace for 2024
Pregnancy protection and accommodation are in the news. In April 2024, the EEOC issued its Final Rule some 400 pages on the implementation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Under PWFA, employers may have to temporarily suspend the essential functions of a job to accommodate an employee’s quest for coverage. Under the rule, employers will have to allow employees and applicants to take time off and..
Offboarding with Care: Conducting Legal and Ethical Employee Terminations
If an employer has exhausted all the necessary steps to help the employee improve his or her work performance and those steps are not working – it may be time to terminate the employee.Terminating an employee is not only stressful for the employee losing a job, but also for the employer. There are legal and ethical steps to take when you terminate an employee. The company must ensure its actions are above r..
Requirements for State Mandated Sick Pay
Legislation is changing rapidly in regard to employers being required to provide employees with accrued sick time. In 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic states and the federal have updated legislation on paying sick pay. It began with city legislation and has now moved to states such as California which employers must comply with.Review different types of ways companies can choose to handle third-party..
Labor Relations Survival Crash Course
Attendees will have the opportunity to widen their skill set enough to be able to hit the ground running to meet the challenges of most labor-management environments. Among the areas to be explored will be the groundwork and guidelines for positive labor-management relationships along with an examination of the roles of the Union and its representatives/Stewards as well as the management side of the equatio..