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Contract Recruiting Opportunity
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Downtown Pittsburgh - works closely with internal executive recruiter and Director of Talent Acquisition to fill mid-level management positions. Must have experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn and other social media. At least 3 years of experience in corporate recruiting is desired.
Length of contract expected to be 2 to 3 months minimum. Pay rate depends on experience.
Phone: (602)266-5600
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Tomorrow: Meet Your PHRA Colleagues Networking Events - August 2015
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Date: Thursday, August 27, 2015
Networking at Bar Louie at Station Square
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Registration: $15
Appetizers are included
Any current member that brings a non-member along will receive a coupon for $10 in PHRA Bucks to use toward a future PHRA event! Both the member and non-member must pre-register online for the event.
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Hiring Pittsburgh Career Fair
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NEW: Information on House Bill 1477
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House Bill 1477 was introduced on August 10, 2015. This bill is a direct attempt to undo recent changes (Act 6 of 2011 and/or Act 60 of 2012) to the PA Unemployment Compensation (UC) Law. The full bill and the Co-Sponsorship Memoranda explaining the bill can be found
HERE.
The Senate Labor & Industry committee held a meeting in Erie, PA on August 5th regarding the effects Act 60 had on "seasonal workers." I provided testimony indicating that since the PA UC Fund is in debt to the tune of over $2 billion, that there should be no rollback of the changes that started the Fund on the road to solvency. The PA Chamber of Business & Industry and the National Federation of Independent Business also provided similar testimony. It appears the Senate will hold another hearing in September in the Philadelphia area on this topic. That being said, the House has introduced this bill.
HB 1477 provides for the following.
- Changes definition of the base year (often referred to as the "look back period") to four of the last six calendar quarters immediately preceding the first day of an individual's benefit year. It provides no explanation as to which 4 quarters would be used, but you can rest assured the purpose of this would be to let the employee pick the 4 quarters which would entitle them to the most in benefits.
- Please note that the "base year" definition was not changed in 2011 or 2012. Thus, this is an attempt to increase eligibility further from a standard that has been set for as long as anyone can remember.
- Also note, that since this would increase the "look back period," this will increase your potential cost. This is especially true for all public educational institutions, counties, boroughs, townships and non-profit corporations.
- Reduces the amount necessary to earn a credit week from about $116 to $100, again making it easier for one to qualify financially for benefits.
- Creates a new section of Law requiring employers to withhold one cent ($.01) per hour worked from each employee and to submit that withholding to L&I. This withholding tax is in addition to the current .0007 that employers are currently required to withhold from gross wages.
- What type of accounting nightmare would this cause?
- How much would it cost to redo your programming for payroll?
- Reduces the requirement that 49.5% of their total wage in the base year be earned outside of their high quarter of wages to 28%. Prior to Act 60, this figure was set at 20%.
- Please note that it was this change (20% to 49.5%) which was the main factor in this movement to undue the provisions of Act 60.
- Removes the requirement that one must earn 6 times their weekly benefit rate in "covered employment" in order to purge a disqualification. This means that they want to permit someone who is disqualified for benefits to then be paid for painting his/her brother's house and become eligible for benefits after that "job" is completed. All that is required is a note from the payee for these alleged services.
- Increases the step down provisions used in determining an individual's weekly benefit rate from 2 to 4 steps. Prior to Act 60, there was only a 3 step provision.
No fiscal study has been conducted by the General Assembly and/or the PA Department of Labor & Industry as the bill has just been introduced. Please note that these changes are being pushed for by the PA State Building & Construction Trades Council, the PA AFL-CIO, as well as other representatives of labor. Thus, we (Geoffrey D. Moomaw, President, Interstate Tax Service, Inc.) recommend that you take this bill seriously. We (Geoffrey D. Moomaw, President, Interstate Tax Service, Inc.) recommend that you contact your state representative and senator to alert them of your opposition to House Bill 1477.
- This information was passed on to the PHRA from a member. Content provided by:
Geoffrey D. Moomaw, President, Interstate Tax Service, Inc.
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Fall 2015 Breakfast Series
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Date: Wednesday, Sept. 9 &, Oct. 7, 2015
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Location: PHRA Offices
Session Two: Mediation Processes
Session Three: Conflict Management Skills for Managers/Employees
Approved for
1.5 Credits for Each Session
Investment:
Members: $49 each session
Non-Members:
$99 each session
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Managing From the Other Side of the Desk
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Date: Thursday, October 29, 2015
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Location: PHRA Office
Approved for 1.5 SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP Credits
As a manager it is important to appreciate the importance of a connection with employees. The goal of a manager should be to lead a productive, motivated team towards meeting both company and employee goals. Every manager has his own management style, but does this style address employee expectations and provide motivation for today and for the future? Failure to motivate can limit employee potential resulting in an unproductive workforce and the inability to meet organizational goals. Successful motivation can unleash that potential.
Investment:
PHRA Members: $49.00
Non Members: $99.00
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Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Time: 12:00 Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Online
Approved for 1 General HRCI Credits
Approved for 1 SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP Credits
Investment: $19.00
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Meet Your PHRA Colleagues - September 2015
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Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Time: 4:35 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: DoubleTree - Green Tree
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PHRA 100 Year Celebration
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Date: Thursday, December 10, 2015
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: DoubleTree - Green Tree
$20 per ticket*
*All attending guests will receive a $20 membership coupon for 2016 upon arrival to the event
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|  Free Prerecorded Webinar Presented By Arthur J. Gallagher & Co
Our 50-minute recorded webinar begins by addressing OCR's HIPAA enforcement activity and continues with a discussion of what constitutes a breach and what you must do if a breach occurs. This recorded webinar will be available from March 26, 2015 through December 31, 2015 HIPAA Audit Survival 101
This recorded webinar will be available from January 22, 2015 through
December 31, 2015.
One HRCI Recertification Credit Labor & Employment Law Update (prerecorded on Dec. 4, 2014) |
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Medi-Weightloss is a medically supervised weight loss program that really works. We can help your employees get healthier and happier and therefore, more productive. Employers today can't afford not to address obesity. Studies show that obese employees miss 13 times more days and have 7 times higher health care costs than their non-obese coworkers. Studies also show that companies that initiate a wellness program see a 30% decrease in sick days and a 20 to 50% decrease in health care costs, and an increase in recruitment and retention.
Patients on our program lose up to 10 lbs the first week and 20 or more pounds the first month under the care of a medical professional. There are no group meetings or special foods to buy. Our program is individualized for each patient based on their goals and health needs. Patients get results quickly, but safely. Then keep it off, because we help them to truly make a lifestyle change. We have helped many patients get off their cholesterol medication and eliminate their need for insulin injections. Due to the rapid nature of our program we are cheaper than the competition.
We offer our services to the general public, but we also partner with local businesses to supplement any of their wellness initiatives for free. Each employee would get 20% off all of our services. Plus, we can do free lunch and learns on weight management, a monthly newsletter, and a quarterly report on the progress of our program for your employees. If you would just like to offer our discount to your employees, that is an option as well. We are currently doing that for PNC Bank, UPMC, and UPS.
We are always sharing helpful weightloss tips and recipes.
Contact:
Medi-Weightloss®
8035 McKnight Road
Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
412-536-3984
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Chapter Connections
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PASHRM Annual Conference
September 24 & 25, 2015 at the Penn Stater
Keynote: Capt. D. Michael Abashoff
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Last Chance: 2015 Fall PHR and SPHR Prep Class
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Date:
Mondays, Beginning August 31st
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location: PHRA Offices
Learn More & Register
In order to remain competitive in the HR field, it is imperative to be certified. Earning a PHR or SPHR certification will highlight your commitment to the profession, ensure you remain current with industry standards, and establish you as a leader both within your field and organization.
Investment:
PHRA Members: $849
Non Members: $999 (includes PHRA membership)
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Webinar - What You Should Be Considering When Using Social Networking Sites In The Hiring Process
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Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Time: 12:00 noon. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Online
Approved for 1 General HRCI Credit
Approved for 1 SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP Credit
We will discuss the benefits of cyber-screening, and the risks associated with cyber-screening, including legal liability. We will also show you specific information learned during an internet search, and poll you as to whether it would be legal or illegal to base a hiring decision on the information discovered. Finally, we will provide you with practical tips as to steps you should take if you decide to engage in cyber-screening, and how to reap the benefits of cyber-screening while avoiding liability.
Investment: $19.00
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3-Day Intensive PHR/SPHR
Prep Class
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Date: Friday, October 23rd - Sunday, October 25th
Time: 8:00. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: PHRA Offices
Learn More & Register
This fall, PHRA will run an intensive PHR/SPHR preparation workshop.
This workshop will utilize the HRCP Learning System for PHR/SPHR Certification Preparation. This learning tool coupled with our qualified and certified HR facilitators has helped PHRA members beat the national pass rate. PHRA facilitators present a comprehensive and detailed review of the current PHR/SPHR body of knowledge. By attending, you will be able to identify areas of strength and build on them.
Investment:
PHRA Members: $999.00
Non Members: $1149.00 (includes PHRA membership)
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PHRA Vendor Directory
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Each month, more than 1,100 HR Professionals turn to the PHRA website in the course of their work. Many of these professionals are searching for products and services to help them approach their jobs more effectively. As a valued PHRA member we would like to offer you two months free with the purchase of a 12 month posting on the NEW PHRA Vendor Directory.
The PHRA Vendor Directory is a searchable, on-line tool for product and service referrals within the field of HR available to both members and non-members. Any company or individual may purchase a listing.
The directory is a listing of your company and contact information in up to two out of twenty five areas of HR product and service specialization. Listings are accessible to anyone and may be searched by the product/service category.
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Call for PHRA Committee Volunteers
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As an Association member, you may be considering more active involvement. While time commitments vary depending on the project, each committee can accommodate the schedules of the busy professional. Whether it's to give back to the HR profession, recertification points, expanding your network, or to develop your skills, we encourage you to become an active participant in PHRA's efforts. In conjunction with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors, each committee is responsible for driving initiatives and bringing valuable services to PHRA members.
Volunteers are needed for the following committees:
- Social Media
- Networking
- College Relations
Interested in joining a PHRA Committee?
Contact
Deven Snyder, PHRA Member Services Manager, at
[email protected] with your contact information and completed Volunteer Letter of Intent (can be found through link above). You must be a PHRA member in good standing to participate in PHRA committees.
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67th Annual PHRA Conference & Exhibition
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Date:
September 30 - October 1, 2015
Location:
DoubleTree by Hilton - Green Tree
Learn More & Register
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| 67th Annual PHRA Conference & Exhibition |
Opening Keynotes, Andrew Morton, Director of Social Engagement at SHRM, and Carolyn B. McKinney, Vice President, Human Resources at Peoples Natural Gas, will offer fresh perspectives that can help shift your perspectives and deepen your understanding of leadership, motivation, and success. Our closing keynote, Aafke Loney, President and Co-Founder of Business & Education Connected LLC, will tie all of your conference learnings together.
Registration Now Open!
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Did you know that you can renew your PHRA Membership online?
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Does your membership expire soon? Save time by simply renewing online! Your online PHRA profile allows you to renew your membership, register for our events, access exclusive member resources, and much more.
Start taking advantage of your PHRA Member-Only benefits today:
Questions or concerns? Contact Deven Snyder, your Member Services Manager, at
[email protected] or
412-261-5537. We would love to hear from you!
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