DirectEmployers Blog
Five, Four, Three, no wait, it’s 503: Employment requirements for federal contractors
The following guest blog post is from Eric Ellet, Programs Outreach and Education Coordinator, Bosma Enterprises. View the original post on Bosma.org. On March 24, 2014 the revised Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act became effective for companies with US Government...
What Your D&I Policy is Missing: Employing People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The following guest post was authored by Eric Davis of i4cp. (View the original post published 10/15/14 on i4pc.com.) What if the chance to be considered for a job--any job--was completely out of the question? Regardless of education, experience, skill, talent, work...
What Your D&I Policy is Missing: Employing People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The following guest post was authored by Eric Davis of i4cp. (View the original post published 10/15/14 on i4pc.com.) What if the chance to be considered for a job--any job--was completely out of the question? Regardless of education, experience, skill, talent, work...
New Compliance Text Alert Program by DirectEmployers
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to the OFCCP regulatory environment. Navigating the regulations and keeping track of updates can be tedious. We’ve created a compliance text alert program to keep you up-to-date and provide learning opportunities. CTAP is...
Confronting Ignorance and Arrogance About Diversity and Inclusion
The following guest post was authored by Kevin Martin of i4cp. (View the original post published 10/1/14 on i4pc.com.) I recently read an article written by a self-proclaimed "national diversity expert" in which the author purposefully derides the role of chief...
My.jobs Microsite Design Guidelines: Mockups
We occasionally get requests from Members or their representatives to implement a particular design for their microsite based on mockups they've developed. Because of the products we offer, in particular the Flexible Homepage Template and Static Pages, it has not been...
Understanding How the NLx Partnership Assists with OFCCP Compliance
One of the truly unique aspects of DirectEmployers Association is how we help bridge the gap between OFCCP compliance and recruitment. This is accomplished through technology, services, partnerships and thought leadership, including education and outreach at industry events. DirectEmployers Association Member John Whalin of United Airlines recently participated in a panel discussion at the 78th Annual NASWA Conference to share how he has benefited from the National Labor Exchange (NLx). Check out this video for a brief recap of the session’s highlights:
Mobile vs. Tablet, Which is More Popular for Job Searching?
Before you read the rest of this post I want you to think about your preference. If you found yourself unemployed or were so tired of your current job that you needed to start searching and applying for a new job, which would you prefer to use to look for a job a...
Deadline Extended for 2014 DirectEmployers Association Member Awards Competition
DirectEmployers Association is extending the deadline for the 2014 Member Awards Competition. DirectEmployers Member Awards (DMAs) entries must now be received by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Friday, November 7, 2014. The DMAs recognize DirectEmployers Members for...
WIOA and What It Means to Federal Contractors
State Workforce Agencies Responding to the Needs of Employers Just like federal contractors, state workforce agencies have regulations and legislative orders. In fact, President Barack Obama signed the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) into law on July...
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