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President's Message

Greetings HRMA Members,
 
Do you have a policy on social media in your organization? 
 
As social media sites become more and more a part of our daily lives, we must face that they are become a integral  part of our professional lives as well.  Most companies are using LinkedIn as
a recruiting source and employees are using sites like Glass Door to rate their employers.  Many human resource professionals are looking to protect their companies by creating Social Media Policies.  So this bring up a good question...Can you require an employee to take down negative postings about their employer or employment conditions?   Last year, Chipotle's National Social Media strategist saw a series of tweets from a Chipotle employee working just outside of Philadelphia.
 
In response to a customer who tweeted "Free chipotle is the best thanks," Employee tweeted "nothing is free, only cheap #labor. Crew members only make $8.50hr how much is that steak bowl really?"
 
Last month, a National Labor Relations Board Administrative Law Judge (in this opinion) concluded that the answer was a resounding "No." That's because, even though the employee was acting alone, the issued raised in his tweets pertained to other co-workers, too.  Therefore, because the employee intended his tweets as "support for hourly workers in general and Chipotle's workers in specific," his tweets constitute "protected concerted activity."   Hmmm...Interesting ?!  So it appears it is becoming increasing important to consultant an employment attorney with these kinds of policies because they involve so many variables!
 
I hope you all had a wonderful mother's day and had the opportunity to enjoy your family and friends! 


Thank you
Rose Velasquez
President
 

        

 
 
Monthly Member Luncheon
May 17, 2016 @ 11:30 a.m.



 
This Month's Speaker is Steve Sink with the Albuquerque Police Department. His presentation will focus on:

- How to Report a Crime & Be a Good Witness
- How to Recognize Suspicious Behavior/Activity
- How Targets & Opportunities Relate to Crime
- Parking Lot Safety & Issues
- How to Evaluate the Work Environment
- Workplace Safety: Active Shooter & Lockdown Awareness
- Q & A Session

 
Please join us on Tuesday, May 17th for what is sure to be an informative session!

Speaker Bio:
Steve Sink, Manager
Albuquerque Police Department
Crime Prevention Unit
 
- Senior Crime Prevention Specialist
- VP NM Crime Prevention Association
- BA & MA Education
- With APD for 19 years
 
When:  11:30 am to 1 pm

Where:  Sheraton Hotel UpTown, 2600 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque

We still have room for monthly sponsorships if you are
interested in sponsoring a luncheon please contact us
by email at [email protected] or call
Maria Herrera at 505-872-1880.
May Sponsor
 
 
New Mexico Pinon Coffee started back in 1994 and has grown to be the state's largest coffee roaster. Using a custom pinon flavoring, NMPC delivers a bit of New Mexico to people in the state as well as across the nation. This year they are embarking on a new event to give back to the community. On July 23, players and sponsors will converge onto Balloon Fiesta Park to play in the Southwest Dodgeball Tournament to benefit Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation. 

Diversity Corner
by Amanda Ross

Military veterans can add value to organizations, but it's important to see beyond media hype and check your personal bias about that talent pool, said Peter A. Gudmundsson, CEO and president of Loveland, Ohio-based Recruit Military.
The military teaches character, discipline, resiliency and teamwork, and its members are highly skilled. But there are very real biases about hiring veterans, noted Gudmundsson, who served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1985-88.
However, when it comes to hiring a veteran there are many biases that exist. What do you think when you hear veteran?
"Veterans are a victim group that requires special attention."
It's important to consider that veterans have skills, years of specialized training and intangible attributes such as discipline, loyalty, resiliency and team work. They are not owed a position with your company but they come highly qualified.
"Veterans pose a security threat and safety risk because they suffer from PTSD."
15%-18% of veterans served in combat, and of those not all suffer from PTSD. Keep in mind there are individuals outside of the military that have been in abusive situations, car wrecks or other traumatic situations that can have PTSD.   Recognize your bias and work on evaluating veterans for their knowledge skills and abilities.
"Translating military skills into civilian skills is a challenge."
While most military resumes seem like a foreign language littered with alphabet soup and duties that don't easily transfer. A good interview process that focuses on the core competencies of your positions and behavior questions that drill into your needs will make the translation much easier.
As HR professionals we are trained to put our biases aside and manage a fair process. However, the unknown and things we don't understand can quickly through us off our game. In recognition of our Military in the month of May, your challenge is to think about your hiring programs for veterans and bust the biases, you're sure to find a great hire that will be loyal and dedicated to you as an employer.


GET CERTIFIED!
 
HRMA-NM chapter will host a fall study group for those individuals interested in testing for their SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information and to purchase materials please contact Christie at [email protected]

Membership Renewals
  
Please renew your HRMA membership on the website at:
This page has links to both SHRM Member HRMA Membership and Non-SHRM Member HRMA Membership. 
  
Remember that all memberships are now calendar-year based.
  
If you have any questions,
or if you'd like to refer others to join our organization-- please reach out to:

Jessica Edlinger
VP, Membership

 

FREE TRAINING


The Plan Sponsor University is offering a free training program on Fiduciary Responsibility for 401(K) plan sponsors. 
 
Tuesday, May 17th, 8 a.m.  -  2 p.m. This training counts towards 5 hours of pre-approved HRCI credit. Members can call 855-755-4015, ext. 110, or e-mail [email protected] for more information. 
DONATIONS NEEDED
Professional Clothing for Men and Women Donations
 
HRMANM is collecting gently used professional clothing, shoes and accessories for both men and women at each of our monthly luncheons.
This clothing will support the parents of children supported by CLN Kids in their efforts to interview and become employed.  Look for the big brown box at our monthly luncheons to place your donations.  We have made an  amazing difference thus far.  Let's keep up the great work!  Please reach out to [email protected] with questions.

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