Legal Hiring Practices (SBDC 0503)

Term: 2022-2023 Academic Year Fall Term

Faculty

Anna Marin ColeShow MyInfo popup for Anna Marin Cole

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Derek A TonnShow MyInfo popup for Derek A Tonn

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Schedule

Wed, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (11/16/2022 - 11/16/2022) Location: NC EMPR LVF

Description

Few decisions have a greater impact on the long-term success (or failure) of a business than those that have to do with selecting the right person for the job.
While no applicant is a perfect fit, at a minimum the right person should have the necessary...
• Knowledge, skills and abilities to hit the ground running
• People skills to interface with your organization and clientele
• Motivation to begin making a valuable contribution without constant supervision
Of course, finding that person consumes time, energy, and resources. In addition, legal requirements place a number of significant restrictions on how potential employers go about advertising positions, soliciting applications, interviewing candidates and conducting background checks. A misstep here can create room for a potential complaint or lawsuit around issues like employment discrimination, negligent hiring or invasion of privacy. This training will focus on how consistently applied legal hiring procedures can help to