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HR Pieces August 2023 News


Dear Lynette,



Greetings! The team at HRA would like to personally thank you for subscribing to our monthly newsletter and hope that it brings value to your business. 


We are truly grateful to have served our clients, candidates, and colleagues over the years and want you to know we appreciate working with you!


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The HRA Team-


Lynette, Candida, Camille, Karla, Liz, Seth & Sharon

Lynette Weatherford MA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, President

Email Lynette

877.894.0202 ext 4

Candida Arvizu MS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP,

HR Advisor

Email Candida

877.894.0202 ext 1

Karla Callaway BS

HR Advisor

Email Karla

877.894.0202 ext 2

Camille Knowles PHR, SHRM-CP

HR Advisor

Email Camille

877.894.0202 ext 3

Elizabeth Hurst MBA

Business Development

Email Elizabeth

877.894.0202 ext 5

Seth Bunn BS

Recruitment Advisor

Email Seth

877.894.0202 ext 6

Sharon McElwrath, BA

HR Advisor Assistant

Email Sharon

HR Hotline | Email | 877-894-0202 ext. 5

August News


  • DOL Releases New I-9 Form
  • Remote I-9 Verification
  • Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace
  • HRA Team Member Celebrations
  • Recruitment Support
  • Career Opportunities

New Form I-9 Released August 1


On August 1, the USCIS released the latest version of Form I-9. Employers may use the previous version of the form through Oct. 31, 2023. After that, all employers must use the revised Form I-9. The new form is scheduled to expire July 31, 2026. 


The new Form I-9 includes the following updates:


  • Sections 1 and 2 are reduced to a single page.
  • Section 1 Preparer and/or Translator Certification and Section 3 Reverification and Rehire are now standalone supplements that employers can print out only when needed.
  • Lists of Acceptable Documents page includes some acceptable receipts, as well as guidance and links to information on automatic extensions of employment authorization documentation.
  • Instructions are reduced from 15 pages to eight pages.
  • Includes a checkbox allowing employers to indicate they examined Form I-9 documentation remotely under a newly authorized virtual procedure rather than via physical examination.


Read more from the Society for Human Resource Management.

Remote I-9 Verification Now Available for E-Verify Users


Remote verification of identification and work authorization documents associated with Form I-9 will be an alternative option for qualified E-Verify users in good standing starting August 1, 2023. The change is in response to demand from employers who were able to verify documents remotely under temporary provisions during the pandemic. During this time, Employers with remote employees were allowed to obtain, remotely inspect and retain copies of the identity and employment eligibility documents their employees provided to complete Section 2 of Form I-9. This provision applied only to employers and workplaces that were operating remotely.


This change is widely seen as long overdue and welcomed by employers and HR professionals who advocate for a verification process which aligns with modern day workplace arrangements.


Source: SHRM

Developing Workplace Policy on Artifical Intelligence


The use of AI chatbots such as, ChatGPT and Google’s Bard, is on the rise. More and more, workplaces use these chatbots to create emails and job descriptions, develop coding, calculate spreadsheets, and translate foreign languages. According to a study conducted through TalentMLS, 61% of employees said it improved their time management and 57% stated that it boosted productivity. 


This may seem like an exciting time in the world of technological development, but there are also problems that may arise such as a biased “opinion” due to the uncertainty of who may own the AI chatbot and what content has been uploaded to it. There have also been warnings from innovators against the continual growth of AI technology and some have even requested a pause in further development.


Though the use of AI chatbots can prove to be beneficial, there are also legal risks that companies should consider when using them, including copyright infringement, privacy violations, and plagiarism. With these concerns in mind, some companies are strictly prohibiting the use of AI chatbots while others are forging ahead with little concern.


Keeping this in mind, companies are encouraged to develop working policy concerning the use of AI chatbots, defining what circumstances are and are not acceptable for the use of AI for work purposes.


For help in developing an Artificial Intelligence Usage policy that is right for your business, contact our team at HR Advantage today.


Source: SHRM - The Promise and Peril of Artificial Intelligence (shrm.org)

HR Advantage

Team Member Celebrations


This month, HR Advisor Candida Arvizu celebrates eight years with HR Advantage! Thank you, Candida, for all your hard work and dedication to your clients and team. We appreciate and celebrate with you!

Where Did All My Applicants Go??

Have you invested in costly job posts only to receive a host of unqualified applicants, followed by no applicants at all?


This is an all-too-common story we hear from business partners and hiring teams.


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Let our expert recruiters help you attract and hire your next quality employee. Contact us today for more information!

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Career Opportunities

HR Advantage works with qualified professionals seeking new employment opportunities in a variety of industries.


We offer concierge services to both the employer and candidates, helping to ensure the perfect match.


*Potential applicants are invited to connect with us!

 

To learn more, click on the open positions:




Sales Manager

Full Time

Springfield, MO



Healthcare Recruiter

Full Time

Lee's Summit, MO



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Seth Bunn

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Employer inquiries, contact:

Elizabeth Hurst

elizabeth@hradvantageweb.net



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