Book Description
This one-of-a-kind introduction to the human resources arena is ideal for anyone establishing or considering a career in HR. The step-by-step content in this how-to book is tied to the nationally recognized HR certification sponsored by the Human Resources Certification Institution (HRCI). Its practical, in-depth approach to building an HR department teaches you how to build a staffing plan, a compensation plan, a safe work environment, an employee relations program, a communication plan, training and development programs, and a performance management plan. Consider this a perfect first step before tackling Sybex's PHR-SPHR Certification Study Guide.

From the Back Cover
Launch Your Human Resources Career--Quickly and Effectively Written by an experienced HR specialist, Human Resources JumpStart provides all the core information you need to approach a human resources career with confidence: Introduction to the essential employment laws Staffing requirements Compensation and benefits Occupational health and safety Employee relations Employee communications Training and development Performance management Maintaining employee records Introduction to strategic management in HR

About the Author
Anne Bogardus, SPHR, has more than 20 years of experience in human resource management. As principal of S.T.A.R. HR, Anne works with executives to build and maintain effective HR programs. S.T.A.R. also provides training for HR practitioners.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Written by an experienced HR specialist, Human Resources JumpStart provides all the care information you need to approach a human resources career with confidence: Introduction to the essential employment laws, Staffing requirements; Compensation and benefits; Occupational health and safety; Employee relations; Employee communications; Training and development; Performance management; Introduction to strategic management in HR; Maintaining employee records.

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