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Recruiting & Hiring

This section explains how to properly recruit, interview and hire your workforce in compliance with federal and state laws, including best practices to help mitigate potential liability; protect your at-will employment relationship; and reduce your odds of making mistakes during the hiring process.

This section also provides samples of the most commonly used forms in hiring, such as employment applications, at-will acknowledgment, hiring checklists and state and federal forms.

Job DescriptionJob Description
Before recruiting employees, you should understand and identify the job to be performed.

Exempt Employee vs. Nonexempt EmployeeExempt Employee vs. Nonexempt Employee
Federal and state laws exempt certain employees from wage and hour requirements, including overtime pay and meal and rest break requirements.

Recruiting EmployeesRecruiting Employees
This section explains how to properly recruit employees, find candidates, and effectively and legally interview potential employees.

Background Checks and TestingBackground Checks and Testing
There are a variety of background checks and tests that employers may conduct of applicants during the hiring process.

I-9 Form: Verifying EligibilityI-9 Form: Verifying Eligibility
This section explains how to comply with immigration and naturalization laws and how to avoid related liabilities, such as discrimination and harassment claims.

Employing MinorsEmploying Minors
Employment of minors is regulated under numerous authorities such as the California Labor Code, the California Education Code and the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Type of WorkerType of Worker
When it’s time to hire a worker, you need to first figure out exactly what kind of help you need.

RecordkeepingRecordkeeping
This section discusses your obligation for retaining records related to recruiting and hiring.

Getting a New Employee StartedGetting a New Employee Started
To get the most out of your new employee, and comply with California and federal obligations such as completing new employee paperwork, follow the guidance in this section to develop a strong new hire process.

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