1. Human Resources Functions
Business Management

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

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

7. Diversity Concerns in the Workplace
Gender
Age
Disabilities
Ethnicity
Religion
Cultural Differences
Religion – beliefs, holidays
Cultural – dress, dining etiquette, mannerisms

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 Objective Essential Questions
We will explore various methods of interviewing and selecting applicants.
What kinds of methods are used for interviewing?
What should the interview consist of?
What are some appropriate questions for job 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 Information race, 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
Objective
Essential Questions
We will identify federal legislation related to employees in the workplace.
What are examples of legislation that affects employees in the workplace?

16. Federal Legislation Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Unemployment Insurance
Occupational Safety and Health Act
Workers’ Compensation
Fair Labor Standards Act
Civil Rights Act of 1964
Equal Pay Act
Social Security 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 Objective Essential Questions
We will review legal issues and their potential impact on businesses.
How does labor law affect the actions of those who supervise employees and influence the conduct of supervisors?

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?