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Providing References Checklist
Providing references for current and former employees can be tricky. Improperly handling such requests can lead to lawsuits and claims from both the individual and the new employer . . . more
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Immigration: Summary of Acceptable Employment Verification Documents
January 2005
Do you know which documents are acceptable for completing the I-9 form? The government has made some changes to the list of acceptable documents for List A, even though the I-9 form itself doesn't reflect these changes. List B and C documents haven't changed. The List A documents that are now acceptable are . . . more
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Hiring: 10-Point Employment Ad Checklist to Help Avoid Bias Lawsuits
August 2004
Most employers know they can wind up with a bias lawsuit on their hands if they're not careful about the language they use when placing a help-wanted ad in the newspaper or online. Here's a quick checklist you can use to evaluate your ad to help ensure it won't be a ticking time bomb. A "no" answer to any of the questions indicates that you should rethink the ad before placing it . . . more
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Background Checks (employee)
This form informs employees of your policy on background investigations. To ensure that individuals who join [Company Name] are well qualified and have a strong potential to be productive and successful employees, it is [Company Name]'s policy to investigate the backgrounds and employment references of applicants . . . more
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Background Checks (manager/supervisor)
This form informs your managers of your policy on background investigations. Background checks are useful tools for employers in hiring and promoting the most qualified people. They can help identify and screen out those candidates who have given inaccurate information on employment applications or who might present a risk of violence . . . more
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Contingent Workers & Independent Contractors (manager)
Contingent workers and independent contractors are typically hired for a specific project, for one-time events, for skills not normally required of employees, or when the workload is expected to exceed normal limits. the ability of regular full-time employees to accomplish the work. Use this form as a guide for your policy in this area. . . . more
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Employee Referral Program
Referral program policies to set the guidelines and procedure the employee must do to recieve a referral bonus. If an employee refers someone who is hired by [Company Name], and he or she remains employed for at least [Number of Days] days, the referring employee will earn a finder's fee of $[Dollar Amount] . . . more
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Hiring Policy (Manager Version)
This form lays out a hiring policy for managers. Planning: The process of interviewing should start well before the applicant arrives. It is essential that interviews focus on the applicant's ability to perform the job, rather than on nonessential personal matters that may offend, invade privacy, create bad feelings, or . . . more
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Immigration: Summary of Acceptable Employment Verification Documents
Do you know which documents are acceptable for completing the I-9 form? The government has made some changes to the list of acceptable documents for List A, even though the I-9 form itself doesn't reflect these changes.As mentioned in the accompanying story, new legislation will permit you to electronically store I-9 employment verification forms . . . more
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Immigration and Employment
You should have a policy stating that you hire only those individuals legally eligible to work in the United States—use this policy as a guide. [Company Name] only employs those individuals legally eligible to work in the United States. In complying with the immigration laws, it is against [Company Name]'s policy to discriminate because of an individual's . . . more
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Independent Contractor Agreement
A written independent contractor agreement is essential to document your mutual understanding that the worker is not an employee and to help protect you from potential liability. This is a sample general agreement that also contains an arbitration clause. A word of caution: Before using this form, be sure to consult with your attorney to make sure it meets the unique needs of your situation. . . . more
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Interviewing and Selection
This policy explains some of the legal requirements surrounding applicant selection, interviewing, and testing. [Company Name] seeks the best-qualified employees available--those who will be productive, hard working, and contribute to [Company Name]'s success. Federal fair employment laws prohibit employment practices that discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, religion . . . more
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New Hires:
Getting Orientation Right; A Checklist for the First Day
Here's a look at the components of a successful orientation program, along with a detailed checklist to make sure everything's covered on the new employee's first day. Orientation Policy (Manager Version): Most organizations today provide orientation programs for newly hired employees. Employers have found that . . . more
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