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Human Resources Functions

Human Resources Functions. Business Management. Human Resources. Essential Questions. Where do potential candidates search for jobs? What other options are there for a business to promote available jobs?. Objective.

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Human Resources Functions

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  1. Human Resources Functions Business Management

  2. Human Resources Essential Questions Where do potential candidates search for jobs? What other options are there for a business to promote available jobs? Objective We will identify methods of recruiting employees and publicizing job openings.

  3. Publicizing Job Openings • Newspapers • Community Newsletters • Company Newsletters • Web Sites

  4. Recruiting Employees • College Campus Interviews • Job Fairs • Internet Job Postings • Temp. Agencies • Networking Opportunities

  5. Closing Task #1 If you are a small business hiring for a part-time position, where should you advertise? Imagine you are part of a large firm and it is your responsibility to recruit skilled employees. Explain what your strategy might be.

  6. Human Resources Essential Questions What makes a diverse workforce? Why should employers seek diversity when hiring employees? Objective We will identify the value of a diverse workforce.

  7. Diversity Concerns in the Workplace Gender Age Disabilities Ethnicity Religion Cultural Differences

  8. Closing Task #2 Provide at least two examples of diversity in the workplace. As a business owner or manager, why is it a good idea to diversify your workforce?

  9. Human Resources Essential Questions What kinds of methods are used for interviewing? What should the interview consist of? What are some appropriate questions for job applicants? Objective We will explore various methods of interviewing and selecting applicants.

  10. Interviewing • Panel Approach • Telephone Interview • Testing Prior to Interview

  11. The Interview • Use the same set of questions • Ask questions in the same manner of all applicants

  12. Common Interview Questions Tell me about yourself. Do you have experience in this type of work? Describe a time when you had to… What would you do if… ? What is your greatest strength? Weakness? Why are you leaving your current position?

  13. What NOT to Ask Personal Informationrace, gender, religion, marital status, age, disabilities, ethnic background, country of origin, sexual preferences, age All interview questions should be job-related in some way.

  14. Closing Task #3 List at least two different styles of interviewing. Explain what an interview should consist of. Identify one example of a common interview question. Identify one example of an illegal interview question.

  15. Human Resources Essential Questions What are examples of legislation that affects employees in the workplace? Objective We will identify federal legislation related to employees in the workplace.

  16. Federal Legislation Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Occupational Safety and Health Act Fair Labor Standards Act Social Security Act Unemployment Insurance Workers’ Compensation Civil Rights Act of 1964 Equal Pay Act Family and Medical Leave Act

  17. Closing Task #4 What is the purpose of federal employment legislation? As a business owner or manager, why is it important to be familiar with employment law?

  18. Human Resources Essential Questions How does labor law affect the actions of those who supervise employees and influence the conduct of supervisors? Objective We will review legal issues and their potential impact on businesses.

  19. Legal Issues • Harassment • Employee Rights • Privacy • Drug Testing • Labor Disputes • Discrimination • Substance Abuse

  20. Virginia Fun Facts Virginia is an employment-at-will state.An employee may be terminated at any time, for any reason or no reason. Exceptions: discrimination, OSHA Employee breaks are not required, unless the employee is under the age of 16 years old. There is no restriction on the number of hours worked as long as the employee is 16 or older. Virginia legislation does not address drug testing in private employment – employers can require or ask employees / applicants to take a drug test.

  21. Closing Task #5 What can a company do to avoid harassment issues in the workplace? Virginia is a right-to-work state. This means employees may be terminated at any time for any reason, except for what?

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