My organization has tapped me to write and define IT policies and procedures. What are some examples of level-headed policies I can show them and won't turn us into one of those organizations where people end up tunneling to their home computers to check their gmail?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 4, 2009 -
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Someone who is one of my best professional references wants to hire me! But now how do I offer good references to his large, corporate HR department?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 9, 2009 -
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A two-part workplace question. HR people and anyone familiar with contract employment, heads up.
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posted by emelenjr
on Nov 14, 2008 -
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Can I really not get health insurance outside the standard enrollment period?
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posted by LarryC
on Oct 28, 2008 -
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Can a US employer require a job seeker to disclose race and gender before granting an interview?
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posted by bumblebeat
on Oct 7, 2008 -
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How does heart rate correlate to calories burned, and can I lose weight by just being incredibly nervous?
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posted by Shepherd
on Sep 16, 2008 -
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HR/YANML filter: One of my assistants had an on-the-job injury today, and at the hosptial, they failed to give her the pee test drug screening that our company requires. She's concerned that they may use that as basis for claiming that she refused the test, and therefore will be on her own for the expense. I don't feel like this is the case, but I wanted someone with a more informed answer to help me reassure her.
So, do they have the burden of proof if they claim she refused? How long after the event can they require it?
posted by Morydd
on Sep 2, 2008 -
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I'm looking for advice on how to conduct a job interview with someone much older and with much more experience than me. The problem: his resume is seriously fishy. There's some technical information in here, so input from professional software geeks is particularly appreciated.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 28, 2008 -
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Let's say you are a mission-critical player for your company, but for a number of reasons, it's time to move on... and of course, you don't intend to broadcast your decision to management
while you're hunting. How would you pursue new opportunities while treating your current employer ethically?
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posted by cockwaffle
on May 29, 2008 -
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There is an all company meeting in 6 hrs. - help me come up with an idea (the more sarcastic the better) to put in the "Idea Box" about how to keep the kitchen clean that will be read in front of everyone.
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posted by Smarson
on May 7, 2008 -
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I was turned down for a job. The reason given was that they couldn't match the salary range that I could get from other jobs. Is this a common "polite lie" among employers or is this the actual reason for me not getting hired?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 18, 2008 -
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My girlfriend's been offered a promotion at her job. However, her manager's informed her that because she's getting a raise due to the promotion, she won't be getting her merit increase this year. Is this kosher? Usual?
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posted by Vidiot
on Feb 19, 2008 -
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Educate me on this one - how does HR evaluate and adjust employee pay grades?
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posted by dy
on Aug 22, 2007 -
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I wish to move to a new position within my company (in a different dept) but my boss won't sign my internal job application because he says he needs to find a replacement first. Whilst this sounds reasonable, I believe this to be an excuse which he can and will use indefinitely, and that he has no intention of attempting to replace me but wishes to delay my ability to get the new position long enough for it to become no longer available.
Tomorrow I'm meeting with our HR rep to discuss this, and I don't think it's going to go in my favor because we're already losing several people and I'm sure they want to plug the hole. What other options of recourse do I have if the HR guy is unable to help me out?
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posted by forallmankind
on May 3, 2007 -
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What methods/software do HR departments use to scan resumes for keywords? What are ways to 1.) optimize your resume for this process, or 2.) game this system to increase your chances of surviving the first cull.
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posted by jjjjjjjijjjjjjj
on Apr 6, 2007 -
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[HR/employmentfilter] Is it very unorthodox or unacceptable to 'circumvent' an agency who put you forward for a job and ask questions of the employer directly? (UK if it matters)
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posted by ClarissaWAM
on Jun 28, 2006 -
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What are some good technical questions to ask a potential candidate for a tech support position during the initial interview?
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posted by Cosine
on Jun 19, 2006 -
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I feel like whatever I do my boss is gearing up to fire me... I am a high performer who built most of my consulting practice, yet there's blood in the water and several of my peers are getting laid off.
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posted by kaytrem
on Jun 14, 2006 -
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HR/Benefits Filter When I leave a company before the end of the year, is my Flexible Spending Account (FSA) fully funded even though I personally haven't contributed the full amount?
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posted by ShooBoo
on Mar 7, 2006 -
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HR Question: My company currently pays 100% of our health insurance premiums, even for dependents. However, due to rising costs, they must amend this. The current plan is to cover 50% of the health insurance premium, including dependents, the employee to cover the rest. The kicker and question I have about the legality is this:
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posted by psususe
on Jan 26, 2006 -
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If a company makes 'sickness' it's highest priority in regard to pay scales - is this fair? Legal? UK / Europe
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posted by Leud
on Jan 4, 2006 -
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I am preparing to take an
HR certification exam - the PHR (Professional in Human Resources).
Have any of you taken it? If so, please recommend the best method(s) for success.
posted by mockjovial
on Oct 15, 2005 -
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Attention HR Managers! I need help developing pay scales for my non-profit.
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posted by thejimp
on Oct 13, 2005 -
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Applicant tracking software. Does anyone have any experience with the multitudes of hosted applicant tracking software providers out there (for posting jobs and managing resumes internally)? Currently, our company is testing out Prohire, but as the person who handles the website, I find it to less than desirable from a code standpoint and from a customer service standpoint. It is affordable at around $300 a month. Does anyone have any recommendations?
posted by strangeleftydoublethink
on Aug 8, 2005 -
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What is the best way to go about creating an employee handbook? Are there any good resources out there (guides, templates, software, etc.)?
posted by necessitas
on May 26, 2005 -
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BossFromHell/HRToolFilter: How many of you encountered the boss from hell and the HR zombies who defended him/her? What did you do? Are you glad you did what you did, or would you have done something different?
posted by nj_subgenius
on Feb 13, 2005 -
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a job posting/administration application that uses either ASP or ColdFusion? I'm looking to implement something that will allow users to search jobs and submit their resume and will allow the HR department to post, edit, and delete jobs.
posted by strangeleftydoublethink
on Nov 11, 2004 -
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For anyone who works in HR, does interviews, hires people, etc. What computer skills do you require applicants to have in order to get a job? I'm talking any job. What do you consider base level skills in order to be employed?
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posted by pieoverdone
on Jun 22, 2004 -
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