Good job descriptions are a fundamental part of recruiting and retaining your staff. They are the cornerstone for important processes such as job postings, interviewing and selection, setting expectations, training and performance management.…
One of my employees is a member of the National Disaster Medical System (NDMS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). She notified me that she has been asked by NDMS to deploy for hurricane victim medical assistance duty. I am short employees and need her to be at work for our organization. Do I have the right to refuse her request for leave of absence to do NDMS duty?…
The HR world is humming with the implications of New York State’s new Paid Family Leave law. New York State is one of our most populated states. If trends are any indication, this new law will likely more fully develop in other parts of the country soon. So you may see a law similar to this in your state in the near future.…
ESC will be hosting a breakfast seminar for clients on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at Milo's Restaurant. This is one of our most requested client seminars, focusing on entry-level coaching and progressive discipline. If you are a new manager, team leader, first level manager, or a seasoned manager looking for a refresher, you won't want to miss this.…
Starting January 1, 2018, nearly all private employees in New York State will be eligible for Paid Family Leave. Here is what you need to do now.…
There may be times when a business owner or manager will terminate an employee and not provide the individual with a reason for the separation. We have had business owners and managers make the statement “we are an at-will employment state, and I don’t have to give them a reason.” While this statement is true, it is not recommended.…
If an employer is required to provide Disability coverage, then they will also be required to provide Paid Family Leave to employees. Employers with even one employee will be required to comply with this new leave benefit, unlike the federal FMLA which only applies to employers with 50 or more employees in a 75 mile geographic range. Below are areas for consideration and tips to assist you.…
The New York State Department of Labor follows specific procedures when determining a claimant’s eligibility for unemployment benefits. Awareness of these procedures and having strong proactive HR systems in place will assist in protesting any unjustified unemployment claims. This ultimately has potential to help lower your company’s unemployment costs.…
Today, employers are conducting more and more background checks on new candidates in hopes of making a great hire. It is a best practice to conduct a job related background check after an offer of employment is given.…