Income-based premiums help make health care affordable to lower-paid employees, at no additional cost to employers. READ THE FULL ARTICLE: ow.ly/aTCT50EsCZ3 #SHRMnorcal

Although employers may be focused on COVID-19-related leave obligations during the coronavirus crisis, they should note that some states and cities have paid-sick-leave laws that extend beyond the pandemic. MORE AT: ow.ly/tlWU50EsDba

When the scourge of COVID-19 is behind us, what will that mean for organizations that changed from onsite to remote work? Do they go back to mainly in-person work? Do they keep the current status quo? Or do they do something else? CONTINUE READING: ow.ly/dNTe50EsDcN

As hiring picks up, new graduates can expect larger offers. Here’s how making an offer to a new graduate is an opportunity to explain the organization's approach to compensation. READ THE FULL ARTICLE: ow.ly/okaE50Ey3hr

Here are the issues that generated the most legal exposure for employers during the pandemic and the areas most likely to pose risks in the months ahead. ow.ly/cINY50Ey3ks #SHRMnorcal

Employers may want to lessen their COVID-19 safety protocols as vaccines become more widely available and state and local governments ease their restrictions, but employment law attorneys caution employers not to move too quickly. CONTINUE READING: ow.ly/8MqW50Ey3ty

At some organizations, bias in hiring shows up in the process as early as the job posting. HR and talent acquisition professionals need to weed it out—knowing that it may be their own bias they need to eliminate. DISCOVER MORE: ow.ly/HF8450Ey3G4

Policies that set and adjust pay for remote workers based on local compensation factors are becoming more common among employers. For many, however, overhauling pay structures to account for geographic differences can seem daunting. MORE AT: ow.ly/L8GG50Ey44u #SHRMnorcal

When employers do business with the U.S. federal government, affirmative action programs may be required for those who meet certain thresholds. Take this quiz on affirmative action requirements. Test your knowledge with all of SHRM’s quizzes here. ow.ly/hIE450Ey4bp

Employers say they are struggling to fill open positions, even as pandemic restrictions are lifting. Their usual tactics to attract job applicants just aren't working. Here are some new ideas from Chris Russell to get more candidates in your door. ow.ly/GLJa50Ey4kS

AGILE, RESILIENT, READY FOR THE FUTURE. In 2020, SHRM and its members came together to partner, adapt and lead the way to better workplaces and ultimately a better world. Check our SHRM annual report: ow.ly/E1tM50Ey4Fc

Security, HR and training teams should collaborate to help employees avoid and prevent cyberstalking and attacks while using the company's technology resources or their personal devices. especially as more employees work from home. MORE AT: ow.ly/4JC050Ey4Lx #shrmnorcal

The CDC recently said that fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks in many indoor and outdoor settings. But employees and customers will still need to follow the COVID-19 safety rules set by businesses and governments. ow.ly/rVTw50EPSH7

Cal/OSHA Proposes Sweeping Changes to COVID-19 Temporary Standards Cal/OSHA recently submitted significant proposed revisions to its COVID-19 emergency temporary standard. Here are key points employers should note. Full Article: ow.ly/aF0850ERjSb

House Passes Pregnant Workers Fairness Act The Senate will consider the bill, which, if passed, will require employers to accommodate workers and job applicants who need accommodations due to pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions. ow.ly/NzIo50ERo23

As you evolve your talent and recruiting strategy in a post-pandemic era, hear steps to take today to uphold a strong organizational workforce. June 3 - Talent & Recruiting Trends Post-Pandemic and How to Be Prepared Sign up to watch live or on-demand: ow.ly/Rbzy50F0D4m

Rewarding New and Current Employees Who Leave Remote Work Behind As the economy recovers and employers hire more workers, HR departments must weigh which benefits would attract the best candidates while also keeping their current employees happy. ow.ly/irTV50F2wwS

How to manage workplace stress that’s ‘fundamentally changed’ since COVID The way employers view mental health may have changed for good after the pandemic as more Americans suffering from stress, anxiety, and isolation reached out for help. ow.ly/mAXq50F2wLh

When Should Vaccinated Workers Keep Wearing Masks? As more workplaces reopen and workers stream back into the office, questions about COVID-19 abound. Many workers voice concerns about workplace guidelines on vaccines and masks. More here: ow.ly/XfPC50Fgk2H

Post-pandemic, the office will now have a whole new look Soon, more workers will be heading back to the office, but it may not be the same as when they left it. Continue Reading: ow.ly/aJYn50FvplB