The salary transparency trend continues. Last year, Colorado passed its Equal Pay Transparency Rules, which required employers to include compensation in job postings, notify employees about promotional opportunities, and record job descriptions and wage records. Soon after, states like Washington, Nevada, Maryland, and Rhode Island followed suit. 

Making the Move to Salary Transparency

Salary transparency is becoming a global issue, with the US leading in closing the pay gap. Companies now must provide more explicit wages and disclose their "good faith" pay range. Pay transparency builds trust and helps address biases in the workplace, allowing for greater fairness and satisfaction for employees.

People's initial perception of your organization is also known as your brand reputation. Your brand rep either encourages or discourages people from engaging with your company. This means the way people view your company will affect sales and even recruiting efforts. 

Brand Reputation 101

Brand reputation is essential in recruiting and sales. It's important to monitor and maintain a positive brand rep, from internally managing expectations to proactively addressing small issues. Also, stay connected and collect feedback to keep a clean online brand rep and make sure your company is seen as a desirable work place.

As a recruiter or employer, you know how much the economy affects your recruitment and retention efforts. You aren't just in competition with companies in your industry, but you are also fighting against inflation, recession, unemployment rates, and so much more. 

Recruiting in a Tight Market

Recruiting and retaining talent is a competitive game in today's economy. Job seekers have more bargaining power and companies are competing for talent. Get to know your employees and remain competitive in the market to give job seekers a great experience. Automation and quick processes can help retain recruits during the hiring process.

A candidate persona is a semi-fictional representation of your ideal candidate. Building a candidate persona is one of the best methods employers use to ensure their sourcing, recruiting, and hiring processes are focused. Knowing exactly what you're looking for streamlines everything and helps increase hiring confidence. So here's how to create a candidate persona and how to use it. 

How to Build a Candidate Persona

Create a candidate persona to ensure your hiring process is focused and successful. Collect data and consider professional and personality traits, company culture, and other factors to construct your ideal candidate. Use your persona to attract potential candidates and strategize ways to engage them.

When deciding on how to reject a candidate, your first question may be 

How to Reject a Candidate Professionally

Rejecting candidates doesn't have to be a negative experience. Going about it the right way can help build relationships, attract more applicants, and create a positive brand reputation. Be straightforward, honest, and offer feedback and support to help the candidate in their job search. Connect them to another role or act as a reference to build a strong candidate pipeline.

At the bottom of each job advertisement, companies label a role as salaried or hourly. Both methods will get you paid (yay), but each in very different ways. So, it's essential to figure out how does salary pay work? While employees paid by the hour are paid based on how long they work, employers pay salaried employees a fixed amount.

How Does Salary Pay Work? (Compared to Hourly Pay)

Find out the differences between salaried and hourly pay, including what benefits come with a salaried job and the pros and cons of each payment type. Learn how to identify a salaried job and the laws governing it, and if you're transitioning between pay structures. Get the answers you need to make an informed decision!

Your careers page deserves a lot of attention. It is not just another page on your website. It is a vital tool that could enhance your recruitment outcomes. But in order to do that, you have to make sure it's fully optimized. 

How to Take Your Careers Page to the Next Level

Attract high-quality candidates to your open positions with a fully optimized careers page. Show potential candidates what it's like to work for you by sharing employee reviews and company values. Make sure your career page is mobile friendly to engage candidates and build your employer brand.

If you’re reading this, let me be the first to tell you how sorry I am. Getting fired feels crappy, disheartening, hurtful, and all the other bad, sad words. But here’s what I want you to do. First, let yourself fumble for a minute. Then, pick your head up — sometimes getting fired is a blessing in disguise. If you think termination is around the corner, we’ll teach you how to prepare to be fired and what to do next so you land somewhere even better. 

How to Prepare to Be Fired - What You Need to Do

Being fired can be a blessing in disguise. Look out for signs like unrealistic goals and micromanagement, and if it's coming, prepare for it by gathering info, updating your resume and keeping a cool head. Don't burn bridges - even if you disagree, exit gracefully with professionalism.

Do you ever feel like your life is like one of those rom-com movie scene openers? You know, the ones where the main character rolls out of bed, awakened by a casually upbeat theme song, sulks their way to the coffee pot, and then trudges toward their computer to begin yet another boring day at work?

How to Find a Job That Makes You Happy - 11 Concerning Facts

Unhappiness at work is a common problem, but finding a job that makes you happy doesn't have to be impossible. To discover true work-related happiness, focus on your values and cultures, ask specific questions in the interview, define your non-negotiables, prioritize your income, and look for a supportive manager. With these tips, you'll be well on your way to finding a job you love.

When you think about it, turning down a job offer is not the worst position you could be in. If you’ve been lucky enough to consider multiple job offers, well, then you’re lucky enough.&nbsp;

How to Decline a Job Offer You Already Accepted

Declining a job offer is more common than you think. Learn how to do it professionally and respectfully, to keep your network doors open and your reputation intact. Consider all the pros and cons before deciding and be honest about your reasons for declining. Timeliness and tact are key.

Dump Truck experience necessary. Ability to assist with field work when necessary. Must possess a valid CDL, Class A or B driver license and medical card. Keywords: construction, paving, contractor, CDL, driver, driving, truck, delivery, concrete, asphalt, big rig, Class A, Class B, labor, job, hiring. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese

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﻿All Ways Construction Construction is seeking a reliable, hard working individual to fill the position of a CDL Driver. If you meet the qualifications below please apply:
A CDL Driver is responsible for various functions including, but not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Drive truck to and from work shop and job sites</li>
<li>Knowledge of DOT standards and requirements</li>
<li>Ability to safely operate heavy machinery</li>
<li>Moving heavy equipment from job to job</li>
<li>Ability to load and unload equipment</li>
<li>Perform pre-trip and post trip inspection of truck</li>
<li>Complete daily paperwork</li>
<li>Comply with all safety procedures</li>
</ul>
<h3>Requirements</h3>
<ul>
<li>2 years required of similar or like driving experience, 3 years preferred</li>
<li>Safe driving record</li>
<li>Dump Truck experience necessary</li>
</ul>
<h3>Skills Required</h3>
<ul>
<li>Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights and weekends</li>
<li>Ability to assist with field work when necessary</li>
<li>Strong work ethic and high degree of professionalism</li>
<li>Must possess a valid CDL, Class A or B driver license and medical card</li>
<li>Understand verbal & written directions, GPS</li>
<li>Ability to do basic math</li>
</ul>
Benefits - Hourly Employees
<ul>
<li>Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>401(k) Plan</li>
</ul>
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply
Drug Free Workplace
Keywords: construction, paving, contractor, CDL, driver, driving, truck, delivery, concrete, asphalt, big rig, Class A, Class B, labor, job, hiring
In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.
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CDL Driver

Sanitize and maintain poultry holding tanks and care for birds as required. Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred.. Indoor floors and outdoor lots generally are hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.). Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack).. Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run a store (e.g. dolly, handtruck, forklift, baler, computer, cash register) (forklift and baler requirements do not apply if under the age of 18).

team member

Overall Job Summary This position is responsible for interacting with customers and team members, supporting selling initiatives and performing assigned tasks, while providing legendary customer service. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)<ul><li>Maintain regular and predictable attendance. </li><li>Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends and overtime as dictated by business needs. </li><li>Take the initiative to support selling initiatives (GURA):</li><li>Greet the Customer</li><li>Uncover the Customers’ needs</li><li>Recommend products</li><li>Ask for the Sale</li><li>Team Members are required to perform a combination of the following duties during 95 percent of their day. Although the mix may vary from one day to another, our business and staffing model makes it essential that every Team Member be able to perform all of the following duties accurately, efficiently and safely on a regular basis and without advance notice:</li><li>Operate cash register/computer following cash handling procedures as established by Tractor Supply Company</li><li>Recovery of merchandise </li><li>Participate in mandatory freight process </li><li>Complete Plan-o-gram procedures (merchandising, sets, and resets)</li><li>Assemble merchandise</li><li>Perform janitorial duties</li><li>Execute price changes/markdowns</li><li>Operate Forklift (unless under the age of 18)</li><li>Operate Cardboard Baler (unless under the age of 18)</li><li>Assist customers with loading purchases</li><li>Ensure the safety and well-being of birds. Sanitize and maintain poultry holding tanks and care for birds as required</li><li>Complete all documentation associated with any of the above job duties</li><li>Team Members also may be required to perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul>Qualifications High School Diploma is preferred No Experience Is Required High Demand IT Specialized Skills Platform Knowledge Preferred Knowledge, Skills Or Abilities <ul><li>Farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred. </li><li>Ability to read, write, and count accurately. </li><li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Basic computer skills. </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict. </li></ul>Working Conditions <ul><li>Working environment is favorable, generally working inside with moderate noise. </li><li>Indoor floors and outdoor lots generally are hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.) lighting and temperature are adequate. </li><li>Work shifts vary from one store to another, but generally are no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours</li><li>Promote a safe and productive work environment for Team Members and customers and adhere to Company safety training and guidelines </li></ul>Physical Requirements <ul><li>Ability to move and transfer merchandise, weighing up to 50 pounds, throughout the store. </li><li>Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack). </li><li>Ability to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead. </li><li>Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders. </li><li>Ability to move throughout the store for an entire shift. </li><li>Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, side lot, stock area, and register area. </li><li>Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run a store (e.g. dolly, handtruck, forklift, baler, computer, cash register) (forklift and baler requirements do not apply if under the age of 18). </li><li>Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment. </li><li>Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation. </li><li>Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members. </li><li>Ability to process information / merchandise through the point-of-sale system. </li><li>Ability to handle and be in contact with birds/poultry. </li><li>Ability to successfully complete all required training. </li></ul>Disclaimer This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.

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