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Disability Employment Benchmarking Data
The new Section 503 regulations require federal contractors to conduct an annual utilization analysis and assessment of problem areas, and establish specific action-oriented programs to address any identified problems. There’s never been a better time to consider...
Recognition Opportunity for Disability Employment
The White House is seeking nominations for its Champion of Change for Disability. They’re seeking innovators who are breaking down barriers to the middle class by providing employment opportunities for workers with disabilities, including workers with significant...
Proactive Measures for OFCCP Audits
Going through an OFCCP audit can be stressful, however there are steps you can take to prepare in advance. In this video, John Whalin, Senior Program Manager of Talent Acquisition at Member company United Airlines, provides proactive measures for a smoother audit.
Tips for Staying Off of the OFCCP’s Naughty List
The following post is from a recent conversation I had with Candee Chambers, during which we discussed recent trends in OFCCP audits and the importance of building a good rapport with your OFCCP compliance officer. JOHN: Candee, I wanted to let you know that I am...
3 Things You Might Have Missed Regarding the President’s Latest Amendment to Executive Order 11246
The President’s latest amendment to Executive Order 11246 does 3 primary things: Amends four specific provisions of Executive Order 11246 to now insert and compel “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” (aka informally referred to in society as Lesbian, Gay,...
7 Things You Need to Know About the NLx
The National Labor Exchange, often referred to as the NLx, is an unprecedented public-private partnership between DirectEmployers Association (DE) and the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA). But what exactly does that mean, and how does it benefit both job seekers and employers? Watch this episode of The Employment Line to learn more:
3 Key Components for a Successful Veterans Strategy
“There’s a perception that to have a successful veteran program you need a huge budget and it’s actually not the case.” Philip Dana Director, Global Talent Acquisition at NuVasive While Philip Dana’s career is admirable, it’s his commitment to veteran recruiting that...
60 Minutes You Can’t Afford to Miss on VEVRAA and Section 503 at the 32nd ILG National Conference
The new veterans and individuals with disabilities (IWD) regulations require federal contractors to include quantitative analyses in their disabled and veteran affirmative action plans—something that changes the entire landscape of affirmative action plan development....
Raise Your Hand if You Have Your 503 and VEVRAA Partners Lined Up…Liar!!
The following guest blog post was written by Michael Goldberg, Director of Talent Acquisition at the American Heart Association & American Stroke Association. I was honored when DirectEmployers approached me about a guest blog post. For those who know me well, I...
Envisioning the Future at the AAAA’s 2014 National Conference & Annual Meeting
Last week a few DirectEmployers team members had the pleasure of attending the American Association for Affirmative Action (AAAA)’s 40th National Conference in Nashville, TN. Not only were we the Diamond Sponsor, but we also had space in the exhibit hall to talk with...