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April 4, 2019
The Shocking Revelation of an HR Manager Gone Rogue
The job title of human resource manager is generally synonymous with terms like trustworthy, ethical, fair, credible and an advocate for employees of an organization. It seems nearly inconceivable to associate human resource professionals with behaviors such as fraud and theft. For many organizations, trusting their HR staff to recruit, screen, and manage thorough human
June 14, 2018
Unconscious Bias Training: What is it and should you be offering it?
Over the past several weeks, there has been much discussion around “bias in the workplace” in part, due to a recent racially charged situation at a Philadelphia Starbucks. In the April, 2018 incident, two innocent black men were arrested for failing to make a purchase as they waited for a colleague to join their business
March 19, 2018
Steps to Follow When Making an Adverse Employment Decision
On occasion, employers must make the difficult decision to withdraw a job offer or terminate employment based on the results of a background check report. As a best practice and to fully comply with local, state and federal laws, the following steps are recommended. Making an Adverse Employment Decision Determine whether the criminal record or
March 2, 2017
An Inside Look at Properly Conducting a Background Check (Part II)
The importance of choosing a background screening company that prides itself on being more than a transactional organization, cannot be overstated. Employers need HR Investigators who dig deeper and go beyond the surface of uncovered information to ensure data accuracy and legal compliance. Without this thorough approach, employers may hire dangerous and/or unqualified people, or,
December 21, 2016
An Inside Look at Properly Conducting a Background Check (Part 1)
In 2014, nearly 90% of all employers performed some sort of background screening on potential job applicants.[1] The industry really began booming after 9/11 in an effort to, among other things, ensure workplace safety and protect companies from lawsuits for negligent hiring. Unfortunately, many background screening companies are transactional in nature and work within a
December 14, 2015
Star Wars: 4 Tips to Avoid the Dark Side of Hiring
In celebration of the much awaited movie, titled “The Force Awakens,” we have decided to release a special Star Wars themed blog on hiring practices. If you have been awake during the past twelve months, chances are you’re heard about the new Star Wars movie coming out on December 18, 2015. This will be great
January 25, 2015
The Implications of Pennsylvania Act 153 for Higher Education Employment
A new year means new laws and with the coming of 2015, Pennsylvania has rung in more measures to keep our children safe. Act 153 which took effect January 1st is the newest piece of legislation with the goal of protecting students at school. The law begins by extending the definition of “school” to include
July 29, 2014
USDA Performs Drug Tests for Recreational and Medical Marijuana, Even in States Where It’s Legal
Although the number of states that are legalizing marijuana is increasing, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is sticking to their “Drug-Free Workplace” Program. In a memo to over 100,000 employees, the USDA stated that while some may be permitted by state law to use marijuana for recreational purposes, it “is not authorized under Federal law nor the Department’s
December 27, 2013
Minimum Wages increase in New York, New Jersey & Connecticut
Effective December 31, 2013, the minimum wage in New York will increase to $8.00 per hour for non-tipped employees according to the Department of Labor, Division of Labor Standards. The tipped employee minimum wage rates are based on industry. Additional information can be found on the Department of Labor, Division of Labor Standards website at http://www.labor.ny.gov/workerprotection/laborstandards.workprot/lashmpg.shtm