Employco USA Hires a Receptionist

A human resource and employment solutions firm, Employco USA is pleased to announce the growing expansion of its staff.

Employco’s newest team member:

Mary Gulczynski

Mary Gulczynski, Receptionist – Mary comes to us as a clerical professional adding a broad range of experience and expertise to assist our team in day-to-day operations. She will be handling phone calls, mail/deliveries, greeting guests, verifications of employment, and other duties.

“Everyone seemed very down to earth and I suddenly realized this is not an ordinary company. This was a multi-faceted company that intrigued me and therefore I wanted to be a part of that team.”Mary

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Employco USA Welcomes Two New Team Members

A human resource and employment solutions firm, Employco USA is pleased to announce the growing expansion of its staff.

Employco’s newest team members include:

Katie ClancyKatie Clancy, HR Generalist – Katie is a creative and enthusiastic addition to our team. She will be handling HR support and her duties will include employee relations, training, and benefits for our Employco clients.

As Albus Dumbledore once said, “Help will always be given at Hogwarts to those who ask for it.” This was my first impression of Employco, which makes me excited to join the growing team! Katie


Kristen KellyKristen Kelly, Payroll Specialist – Kristen is hard-working, dedicated and brings a coveted set of HR, accounting and payroll skills to our team. She will be handling payroll support for Employco clients.

After 17 years with my previous employer, I am looking forward to a change of scenery! Kristen

 


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HR Newsletter: Price Comparison Tool Required for 2023 Plan Years

Price Comparison Tool Required for 2023 Plan Years

Effective for plan years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2023, group health plans and health insurance issuers must make an internet-based price comparison tool available to participants, beneficiaries and enrollees. This requirement comes from final rules regarding transparency in coverage (TiC Final Rules) that were issued by the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury (Departments) in November 2020.

According to the Departments, this tool will provide consumers with real-time estimates of their cost-sharing liability from different providers for covered items and services, including prescription drugs, so they can shop and compare prices before receiving care.

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HR Newsletter: Guidance on Artificial Intelligence and Discriminatory Hiring Decisions

Guidance on Artificial Intelligence and Discriminatory Hiring Decisions

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) each recently issued new technical assistance documents about how employers’ use of artificial intelligence (AI) and other software tools to make employment decisions may result in unlawful disability discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

EEOC Guidance – The EEOC’s new guidance focuses on the following three ways an employer’s use of software tools for employment decisions may violate the ADA:

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HR Newsletter: Proposed Overtime Rule Expected in October

Proposed Overtime Rule Expected in October

In its recent spring regulatory agenda, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced its plans to issue a proposed overtime rule in October 2022. According to the agency’s regulatory agenda, this proposed rule is expected to address how to implement the exemption of executive, administrative and professional employees from the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime requirements.

The DOL provided a similar notice last fall but has yet to specify what changes it may be considering. In recent years, some experts note that the agency has contemplated modifying the duties test and salary thresholds for exempt employees.

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HR Newsletter: How to Prepare Your Business for an Active Shooter

How to Prepare Your Business for an Active Shooter

In light of the recent tragic shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, employers can take this opportunity to prepare their business for an active shooter. These incidents have become increasingly common in the United States. According to the FBI, the number of active shooter incidents jumped by 96.8% between 2017 (31 incidents) and 2021 (61 incidents). These incidents have also grown in severity, with 3 out of the 5 deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history occurring in the past decade.

Active shooter incidents can carry various consequences. These incidents often result in fatalities, serious injuries and prolonged trauma among those involved. Additionally, such incidents can leave lasting impacts on the locations where they occur, such as workplaces. Organizations that encounter active shooter incidents could face substantial recovery expenses, regulatory penalties and liability concerns, along with lasting effects on the employees and the work environment.

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HR Newsletter: New Attraction and Retention Quarterly Newsletter

New Attraction and Retention Quarterly Newsletter

We recently released our 3rd quarter Attraction and Retention Newsletter. This edition of the newsletter includes the following information:

  • Employee Quits Remain High While Job Growth Continues
  • Attracting and Retaining Employees During the Great Reshuffle
  • Developing an Employee Retention Strategy
  • Workplace Outlook Including Recent BLS Data

Click on the following link to read the Attraction & Retention Quarterly Newsletter where we elaborate on each of the topics above.

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HR Newsletter: Legislative Updates

State and Local Legislative Updates

Check out the following links and PDFs to help you navigate current state and local legislative updates.

  • DOL Issues Guidance on FMLA and Mental Health Conditions – The Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released new resources on workers’ rights to leave for mental health conditions under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In a press release, the DOL said it published the new guidance in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.

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HR Newsletter: Attracting and Retaining Employees During the Great Reshuffle

HR Newsletter: Attracting and Retaining Employees During the Great Reshuffle

While employees continue to quit their jobs at high levels, it no longer appears that massive numbers of workers are leaving the workforce entirely. Economists have begun referring to the situation as the “Great Reshuffle” as total employment in the United States continues to trend up. Employees have been finding better jobs, with key decision factors generally revolving around compensation, benefits, career advancement and workplace flexibility.

Here are some common strategies employers can explore when it comes to attracting and retaining workers in today’s labor market.

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