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Employment References: Do You Know the Law?

Article Abstract:

Honesty is not always sufficient protection against libel lawsuits. The former employee may sue for defamation, if he/she thinks an employer has given false information that harms his/her reputation. The burden of proof is on the employer, and proof is often difficult. The Privacy Act (1974) allows individuals to review records pertaining to them, prevent information from being used in unintended ways, and bring civil suit for damages. Libel is defamation by speech. Some guidelines for defensible reference are given. Do not volunteer information. State confidentiality. Provide only reference data that is provable and related to the job. Document all information. Avoid off-the-record questions.

Employee rights

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The art and science of employment interviews

Article Abstract:

Interviews are the weak link in the personnel process. If they are to be retained, they must become more effective. This can be done by making them more scientific and standardized. Interviewers must plan, gather information more carefully, evaluate better, make more informed decisions and better document their conclusions. They must also work to create an interview atmosphere conducive, not to conversation, but to the blending of an individual with a set of job requirements.

Planning, Employee recruitment, Interviewing

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Evaluating Employment Applications

Article Abstract:

A job application gives a supervisor a first impression of a candidate's strengths and weaknesses. An application should be analyzed for the information provided, the skills shown and the way the candidate expresses thoughts. Tips for helping a supervisor study and make the most use of an application form are presented.

Evaluation, Job applicants

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