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October 2016

Focus: Together, we work creatively to prevent and solve your "people" problems, so your team can focus on success.
  
Final Equal Pay Report (EEO-1)
Rule Published
On September 29, 2016, the EEOC finalized its Equal Pay Report rule that requires compensation data on the EEO-1 form. As a reminder, all employers with 100 or more employees, and federal contractors with 50 or more employees, must file an annual EEO-1 report ...  Read on.
Five Things You May Not Know About 
The Next Door - Featured Member
Happily celebrating four and a half decades of opening doors to new possibilities in the Columbia Gorge, this nonprofit member has provided an ever-lasting positive impact on tens of thousands of children, teens and families. Did you know ...  Read on.
Hot Compliance Question
Question:  An employee requested OFLA to help her sister recover from a major surgery. Is this a covered reason?  Answer.
Tips for HR Ninjas:
This Isn't the Job I Thought It Was
61% of employees admitted that new job responsibilities differ from the expectations presented to them during the interview process. How can you, an HR Ninja, prevent this from happening with your own new hires? ... Read on.
New FLSA Rules Getting Delayed?
The new Fair Labor Standards Act rules regarding employee eligibility for overtime are scheduled to take effect on December 1, 2016, but some are hoping a few last ditch efforts might stop or delay the rules from being implemented. Read on.
Final Federal Contractor Sick Leave
Rule Published
On September 30, 2016, the Department of Labor issued its final rule regarding paid sick leave requirements for federal contractors. The law applies to the following contracts and subcontracts entered into on or after January 1, 2017 ...  Read on.
Seattle Passes Predictable Scheduling Ordinance; Oregon Legislators Considering Similar Statewide Law
Recently, Seattle passed its Predictable Scheduling Ordinance. While this ordinance affects only employees working at least 50% of their time at a fixed point of sale location within the city limits of Seattle, it is important to understand because some Oregon legislators are pushing...  Read on.

Consumer Price Index (CPI)

The most recent update to the Consumer Price Index data for Pacific Cities and U.S. City average was September 16, 2016 for August data.  
View CPI table.

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Welcome New Members

 

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New HR Flex Staffing
- Anywhere, Anytime

Sometimes you just need a little extra HR help. When that time comes, call on Cascade's HR Flex Staff for an affordable solution to your HR staffing needs.
  
Consider HR Flex Staff when:
  • Your HR team is overwhelmed and needs some additional support
  • You have no HR team and need help with the basics
  • Someone on your team is going on leave and you need someone to fill in
  • You need interim support while you recruit for an open HR position
  • Your HR team is in transition and you need help putting the pieces back together
Contact us to learn more.
  
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 Explore the 2016-2017 Training Catalog!


Behind every great organization is a well-trained staff!
Have You Seen HRCI's Full Suite of HR Certifications?
  
If you haven't visited HR Certification InstituteŽ (HRCIŽ) lately, you should check out the expanded and updated suite of premier certifications, updated certification preparation resources and, for those of you who are already HRCI-certified, new recertification resources. The newest member of the HRCI certification family is the Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) credential, the perfect certification for those who are just beginning their HR career journey. Click here for a complete listing of HRCI Certifications.
  
Did you know that Cascade members get up to 12 recertification credits and discounts off exam fees?  Check it out.
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