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“Comp Time” is a popular practice among some nonprofit employers. An employee who works extra hours gets paid time off instead of overtime pay. In this episode of the PBPA podcast, Marquetta Bryan speaks to us about the practices of “comp time” as well as “flex time.” If your nonprofit provides comp time options to …
Can an employer stop an employee from discussing terms or conditions of the job, such as pay, benefits or working conditions, with others? You might be surprised to learn that the answer is generally: no! Read this article to learn why not and what options your organization has if you are concerned about employees’ discussing …
Few workplace issues are more frustrating than employees who are failing to perform, mistreating others, or raising unsubstantiated concerns. While there is no vaccine for problem employees, there are appropriate (and inappropriate) treatments. In this webcast, presenters discuss common “problem employee” scenarios and best practices for difficult situations, including: • What to investigate, document, and …
Yes, in certain situations employers must provide up to two hours of leave for employees to vote. Read this article to learn more about Georgia voting leave requirements and limitations .
Part II of a 2 Part Series on Employee Benefits For nonprofit employers, the IRS provides several retirement plan choices organizations can offer employees to attract and retain the best talent. Each alternative has differing levels of employer involvement, administration, opportunities for employees to defer compensation, and costs. This webcast will explore the different retirement …
The Supreme Court recently provided clarification on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and nonbinary employee rights in the decision Bostock v. Clayton County. How does that decision affect the workplace practices and policies of your nonprofit? In this webcast, our speaker will with talk about: • What rights are recognized for LGBTQ+ employees after the Supreme …
Many nonprofits are faced with new challenges in this COVID era. Some nonprofits have pivoted to expand programming to assist existing clients during COVID-19. And some nonprofits have expanded their scope to address the heightened awareness around social injustices. In this episode of the PBPA podcast, nonprofit consultant Dolph Goldenburg and PBPA Senior Tax and …
Last Spring, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) created new provisions for childcare leave. 5 months later, with schools opening up virtually and in-person, employers may once again be wondering how FFCRA leave might apply to their employees. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Todd Stanton answers our questions about FFCRA childcare leave …
Nonprofits may be impacted by recent modifications to COVID-19 unemployment claims filing rules by the Georgia Department of Labor. The new rules impact which employees a nonprofit must continue to file partial unemployment claims for and what to do if an employee’s temporary reduction of hours have been converted to a permanent layoff. Read this …
Many nonprofits find themselves teleworking, now and for the foreseeable future. Just because your workforce is out of sight does not mean they are out of mind. In this podcast, Val Rusk shares legal and practical insight on managing a remote workforce. Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta · Virtual Workforce
Do you have to let an employee go? Even the best managers eventually find themselves in this position, and preparation is key. Join us in a conversation with Lori Shapiro, PBPA’s Employment Counsel, as she walks us through an employee termination meeting. Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta · So You Need To Let An Employee …
On Monday, June 15, 2020, the United States Supreme Court issued an historic decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia acknowledging that the prohibition of discrimination based on sex contained in Title VII includes the prohibition of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Under this decision, all employers in Georgia that are subject …
In Georgia, the Department of Labor requires that a Separation Notice be provided to any employee who leaves employment, regardless of the reason. Use this link to download the current form. Please contact your PBPA attorney if you have any questions about the departure of an employee or this Separation Notice form.
This article presents general guidelines for Georgia nonprofit organizations as of the date written and should not be construed as legal advice. Always consult an attorney to address your particular situation. By Kathryn B. Solley, Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough, LLP In the past, employers, including nonprofits, were prohibited from reimbursing employee health care premiums. …
Description:Many nonprofit employees who are not eligible for overtime pay will become eligible on January 1, 2020 when new regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act go into effect. This webcast will provide important information to help nonprofits prepare for the new overtime regulations, including an overview of wage and hour law requirements and practical …
An employee handbook can be an important tool in clarifying roles, enhancing performance management, and reducing legal risk in a nonprofit organization. A clearly drafted and comprehensive employee handbook that contains policies the organization actually follows, can help ensure not only that managers, supervisors and employees understand the rules and guidelines that govern their employment, …
Nonprofits often overlook the importance of timely, properly and thoroughly investigating employee complaints, but a nonprofit’s effective response to a complaint may limit the organization’s liability in a lawsuit. Accordingly, nonprofit organizations must ensure that they have effective mechanisms in place to identify, investigate and resolve employee complaints. This article lays out best practices in …
Attracting and retaining the right talent to provide leadership can have a significant impact on how dynamically a nonprofit organization is able to meet the needs of its community. While there are many methods for providing benefits to executives, one primary focus for attracting talent is designing attractive compensation packages. However, compensation for employees of …
Does your organization conduct criminal background checks on employees and volunteers? If so, you must comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. In this webcast, we will provide you with step-by-step instructions for ensuring that your organization provides job applicants and volunteers with the disclosures and notices required by the law. Presenters: Craig Bertschi, Kilpatrick …
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) prohibits discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, or national origin Employers are also prohibited from discriminating because of citizenship status against U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and the following classes of aliens with work …
Nonprofits may be subject to the laws and regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) related to safety in the workplace. This article provides an overview of OSHA, the federal agency that regulates workplace safety, injury and illness recordkeeping and reporting requirements, OSHA inspections and penalties, OSHA requirements that are generally applicable to …
A well-designed internship program can be a win-win for both the intern and the organization. Although unpaid internships at nonprofits are generally permissible, there is a risk that interns could be considered employees covered by federal minimum wage and overtime laws! Some new guidance from the Department of Labor can help nonprofits assess whether their …
Even if they have done everything “right”, employers who terminate employees will sometimes get sued. So, if doing things by the book is not enough, what is? The answer is to avoid doing the things that might inspire a former employee to visit an attorney. In this article, an attorney who has been litigating employment …
On May 9, 2017, Georgia Governor Nathan Deal signed the Family Care Act (SB 201) into law, adding a new requirement that some employers provide paid leave to allow employees to care for family members. The new regulation does not apply to organizations with less than 25 employees. The Family Care Act requires covered employers …