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How to Develop a Personnel Policy Manual [Hardcover]

Joseph W. R. Lawson II (Author)
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0814479634 978-0814479636 July 19, 2001 6 Spi Sub
Putting policies on paper -- clearly, accurately, and legally -- is crucial for successful employee relations. And the classic How to Develop a Personnel Policy Manual has been the key to making this laborious task as quick, painless, and effective as possible.

Now in its sixth edition, this fully updated, must-have reference guides HR professionals through the entire planning, developing, and writing stages. It includes hundreds of sample policies covering every important topic, from hiring to benefits to termination, as well as planning checklists and synopses of relevant employment law.


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"Putting personnel policies on paper -- clearly, accurately, and legally -- is crucial for successful employee relations. And the classic How to Develop a Personnel Policy Manual has been the key to making this laborious task as quick, painless, and effective as possible.

Now appearing in a fully updated Sixth Edition, this essential reference guides HR professionals through the entire process of planning, developing, and writing the manual. It includes hundreds of sample policies covering every important topic, from hiring to benefits to termination, along with planning checklists and synopses of relevant employment laws."

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

JAMES W. R. LAWSON II (Bristol, TN) is chairman of the board and CEO of SESCO Management Consultants, a firm that specializes in employee and labor relations and HR management. He also wrote How to Develop an Employee Handbook (also AMACOM).

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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  • Reading level: Ages 21 and up
  • Hardcover: 540 pages
  • Publisher: AMACOM; 6 Spi Sub edition (July 19, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0814479634
  • ISBN-13: 978-0814479636
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.1 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,197,696 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wrtiitng a Personnel policy and procedures?, April 17, 2011
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This manual is perfect for both the beginner and seasoned HR professional in craftung a Personnel policy. It is a perfect guide, including every possible procedure that may arise. A valuable resource for any business or College student.
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The following checklist can be used to help you determine the various policy items that should be incorporated in your policy manual. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
nonbargaining employees, nonexempt associates, casual overtime, uniformed service leave, full salary for any week, prorated vacation, lower job grade, salaried associates, sample policy statements, essential job duties, approved leave, vacation credit, salary administration program, active payroll, salary actions, department seniority, outstanding associate, personnel policy manual, hourly associates, plant seniority, emergency absence, promotional increase, eligible associates, overtime calculations, consecutive workdays
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United States, Name of Company, Organization's Name, Controlled Communication Centers, Employee Relations Manager, General Affairs Department, Fair Labor Standards Act, Safety Supervisor, Comp Days, Insured Weekly Income Plan, Wage-Hour Division, Classified Communication Centers, Disabilities Act, Policy Board, Department of Labor, Employment Section, Grievance Report, Internal Revenue Code, National Labor Relations Act, National Labor Relations Board, Personal Communication Centers, Safety Department, Employee Relations Department, Executive Vice President, Loan Authorization Form
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