The California Office of Administrative Law on July 24 approved the California Civil Rights Council’s modifications to regulations…
Free ASA Webinar Tomorrow—New Employment Eligibility Verification Guidance
Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “New Form I-9 Compliance and Virtual Verification Update,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Immigration attorney Helen L. Konrad will look at the new Form I-9 released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, review changes to the form instructions, and which employers will remain eligible to complete Form I-9 verification virtually….
Free Networking Call Next WeekβFostering a Safe Work Environment
Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment, where individuals feel safe to take risks, share ideas, and engage in open dialogue, can drive organizational success. Get insights into fostering a psychologically safe environment during the networking call “Cultivating Psychological Safety in the Workplace,” Wednesday, Aug. 16, 3–4 p.m. Presented by the ASA inclusion, diversity, and…
Hirewell Acquires the Collective Search
Hirewell, a global talent acquisition solutions provider, has acquired The Collective Search, a San Francisco-based recruiting firm with a focus on helping venture capital and private equity backed companies scale their go-to-market teams. The acquisition continues Hirewell’s mission to create a…
Amid Uncertain Economy, Finance Expertise Tops the List of Most In-Demand Skills for 2023
There is sustained demand for on-demand finance professionals, according to an analysis of thousands of on-demand projects by Business Talent Group, a Heidrick & Struggles company. Financial controls, accounting, and audit serving is the most in-demand skill, followed closely by financial…
California High Heat Hazard Alert: Employers Must Protect Workers From Heat Illness
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (called Cal/OSHA) is reminding all employers to protect workers from heat illness as high temperatures are forecast throughout the state and the National Weather Service has issued excessive heat warnings for some areas. Cal/OSHA said it…
Free ASA Webinar Today—Improve Client and Talent Interactions
Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Unlocking ROI: Maximizing Your Client and Talent Experience Initiatives.” takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Eric Gregg of ClearlyRated, an ASA corporate partner, will speak with panelists representing Best of Staffing award-winning firmsβthey’ll discuss the lessons they learned while implementing client and talent experience initiatives. Sponsored…
Network in Your Niche During ASA Virtual Networking Calls Starting This Month
As your staffing firm faces evolving challenges and tries to answer unexpected questions, are you dealing with questions that are specific to your sector of the staffing industry? Get insight from industry peers during a peer networking call where you can discuss top-of-mind challenges and devise solutions. Calls are facilitated by volunteers from ASA (participants…
Illinois Department of Labor Issues Emergency Day and Temporary Labor Services Act Regulations
On Aug. 7, the Illinois Department of Labor filed emergency rules and proposed permanent rules to implement HB 2862/PA 103-437. The law, which amends the stateβs Day and Temporary Labor Services Act—applicable to industrial laborers—became effective Aug. 4. The act does not apply to professional and clerical workers. The emergency rules designate certain provisions of…
OSHA Is Not Backing Down—Employers Must Address Risks of Extreme Heat
On July 27, President Joe Biden issued a statement noting that the U.S. Department of Labor will continue ramping up its crackdown on heat-related safety violations. Biden also specifically asked DOL to issue its first-ever Hazard Alert for Heat. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health…