Understanding Employee Compensation
One way to attract the best employees is to pay them the most competitive rates in your industry. But when it comes to compensation, you also need to make sure you are following federal and state laws. The best place to get all of your compensation information, from required posters to current California laws, is HRCalifornia.
Knowing What to Pay
Setting salary levels for the positions in your company can be harder than it seems. You need to know what other companies are paying their employees and what is a reasonable amount for you to offer. However, there is more to compensation than the amount you pay your workers. Before you offer someone a position, you have to understand the various job classifications, such as the difference between exempt employees and nonexempt employees, or the difference between an employee and an independent contractor. HRCalifornia can help you understand all of those classifications and how to apply them to the positions available at your company.
Knowing the Law
If you work in human resources in California, not only do you have to understand the federal laws regarding compensation, but you also have to know the California laws. There are laws regarding overtime, minimum wage, meal and rest breaks, and more. To get a full understanding of these laws, members can turn to HRCalifornia for guidance. These laws are explained in a way that makes it easy for you to understand. If you still have questions, you can contact our Labor Law Helpline to get clarification from an expert. In addition, you can find out which posters are required by law and you can get those posters right at HRCalifornia. Staying compliant with the law will help keep both you and your employees out of trouble.
Other Topics Related to Compensation
For an employee, compensation is often about much more than a paycheck. Your employees will often come to you with questions about rest breaks, vacation days, sick days, and other forms of paid time off. You can find all of this information at HRCalifornia. Be prepared for every question or situation with the help of HRCalifornia.
Latest News on Compensation
Every human resources professional needs to stay current on federal and California employment issues. HRCalifornia has the latest news about human resources, including compensation, and sends a free e-newsletter - HRCalifornia Extra - to keep you up-to-date. As a CalChamber member, you will also get everything you need to know to stay compliant through HRCalifornia Extra.
The topic of compensation is important to every employee and, therefore, important for human resources professionals to understand. Find what you need right here at HRCalifornia.