by Kacie Koons | Aug 8, 2016 | OFCCP Compliance
As federal contractors know, the OFCCP’s VEVRAA and Section 503 regulations now require employers to conduct and track outreach efforts to ensure equal employment opportunities for all. To manage and evaluate their outreach activities, many employers are developing unique strategies and implementing new tools that can assist with this measure. For the 3rd Annual DirectEmployers Member Awards Competition, a number of our Member organizations submitted their outstanding initiatives surrounding outreach and one was even named the overall winner of our Compliance category! Let’s take a look at some of these initiatives.
by Kacie Koons | Jul 12, 2016 | Networking and Education
For years, overtime has been a sensitive issue not only for workers, but also for employers themselves. Of course, this sensitivity stems from the Department of Labor’s meticulous regulations regarding salary thresholds for overtime pay and the eligibility of specific...
by Kacie Koons | Jun 24, 2016 | Job Seeker Advice
As telecommuting becomes more and more common, it’s no surprise that the interview process is becoming increasingly more virtual as well. You may have been asked to do a phone interview (see tips for mastering the call) – but what about a video interview? According to...
by Kacie Koons | Jun 10, 2016 | Job Seeker Advice
If you’ve searched for a job within the last few years, you’ve likely been asked to do a phone interview. No longer just for out-of-town applicants, phone interviews often act as a prequalification process for recruiters to see if you are a viable candidate they...
by Kacie Koons | Apr 21, 2016 | Networking and Education
DirectEmployers 2016 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM16) is rapidly approaching, reminding us of our hometown roots and it’s history in racing. This year’s conference is all about honoring the past – and while we celebrate 15 years at DirectEmployers, Indiana...
by Kacie Koons | Mar 31, 2016 | Networking and Education, Partners
Did you know that more than 3.5 million people in the U.S. alone are affected by autism, whether themselves, friends, or family members? Autism is a developmental disorder that impacts a person’s ability to communicate and socialize – and it’s the fastest growing...
by Kacie Koons | Mar 30, 2016 | Data, Recruitment Marketing
It’s no secret that there are fewer women in the U.S. workforce than men. While the ratio of women to men in the workforce has considerably improved over the last few decades, there is still a clear disparity in the types of positions held, benefits offered and more....
by Kacie Koons | Mar 7, 2016 | Recruitment Marketing
Have you ever wondered how your organization compares to others when it comes to recruitment practices? Whether you are interested in learning best practices for employee referral programs, suggestions for developing veteran hiring initiatives, or simply interested in...
by Kacie Koons | Oct 21, 2015 | OFCCP Compliance, Recruitment Marketing
For most employers, diversity and disability hiring are often thought of as separate initiatives, but despite the differences of disclosure and accommodation, disability simply is diversity. In fact, people with disabilities make up the largest minority group in the...
by Kacie Koons | Jul 29, 2015 | OFCCP Compliance, Recruitment Marketing, Videos
As part of our all-encompassing program at the DirectEmployers 2015 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM15) this past May, we had the honor of having Josh Christianson and Joiwind Ronen from the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (PEAT) speak to our attendees. The goal of their session? To help attendees understand the importance of accessibility in widening their diverse talent pool.
