The Key Role of Job Descriptions in Pay Programs
It’s easy to think of job descriptions as an HR compliance tool—which they are. But it’s also important to remember that they play an important role in your compensation planning as well.
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What is COBRA?
What is COBRA? COBRA stands for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, which was implemented as an amendment to ERISA (the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974). In most circumstances, COBRA entitles workers and other covered individuals to the option of continuing to receive their employer-sponsored group health insurance coverage for a limited time […]
Rankings of the Best Recruiting Software from G2 Crowd
G2 Crowd has released its spring 2015 rankings of the best recruiting software, based on user reviews and market presence. Two platforms earned Leader status, while iCIMS Recruit topped overall satisfaction rankings.
Workplace Stress Is Dangerous: 10 Ways to Help Your Employees Deal with It
May is Mental Health Month, and human resources professionals should know that workplace stress remains high. According to a recent survey, 62 percent of employees report high levels of stress leading to extreme fatigue and feeling out of control. The consequences are serious, but we’ve got 10 tips that can help your employees cope.
Your Managers Are Sleeping With … And Bragging About It!
A new study by two professors from prestigious business schools has dropped a bombshell about managers, and what they are bragging about doing in their bedrooms. No, don’t get out your sexual harassment policy. They are sleeping with their Smartphones!
Introducing Our New Monthly Newsletter, Spotlight on California
Dear Subscriber: Thank you for reading the California Employer Daily Advisor. We are announcing a change in the newsletter’s delivery frequency. Effective Monday, April 13, 2015, we will no longer be delivering California HR news on a daily basis. Later this month you will receive the first edition of a new monthly newsletter, Spotlight on […]
New work permit requirements apply whether employer is in Canada or U.S.
by Gilda Villaran Employers whose employees must apply for a work permit or extension in order to work in Canada should be aware of a new compliance form and fee that they must submit before the person applies for the work permit. This came into effect February 21. Ports of entry into Canada may refuse […]
Performance Management Survey—What’s Really Happening?
Performance management is not only important for identifying your high potential employees, but it also has a great impact on your compensation programs and documentation practices. What’s happening with performance management in the real world? What are your competitors up to? Help us find out!
Performance Management Survey—What’s Really Happening?
Performance management is not only important for identifying your high potential employees, but it also has a great impact on your compensation programs and documentation practices. What’s happening with performance management in the real world? What are your competitors up to? Help us find out!
OSHA, NIOSH Recommend Training to Combat Green Tobacco Sickness
Today’s Advisor reports on recent guidance issued by two national occupational safety organizations for dealing with green tobacco sickness in workers.