HR Manager Professional Checklist

HR Manager Professional Checklist


Prepared by:

[Your Name]

Company:

[Your Company Name]

Date:

[Date]


I. Recruitment & Hiring

Task

Description

Checklist

Job Posting

Ensure all job openings are advertised on appropriate platforms.

Candidate Screening

Review resumes and conduct initial phone screenings.

Interviews

Schedule and conduct interviews, ensuring a fair and consistent process.

Reference Checks

Verify professional references and background checks.

Offer Letter

Prepare and send offer letters with clear terms and conditions.

II. Employee Onboarding

Task

Description

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New Hire Documentation

Collect necessary documents (ID, tax forms, etc.).

Orientation

Plan and conduct employee orientation sessions.

Training

Schedule job-specific training and introduce the company’s culture.

Mentorship

Assign mentors or buddies to guide new employees.

System Access

Ensure new hires have access to necessary systems and tools.

III. Employee Relations

Task

Description

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Conflict Resolution

Address and resolve workplace conflicts promptly.

Employee Engagement

Plan and implement employee satisfaction surveys or engagement programs.

Feedback Mechanisms

Ensure regular feedback is given to employees on performance and behavior.

Disciplinary Action

Develop clear guidelines for performance or behavior issues.

Recognition Programs

Implement recognition programs to celebrate employee achievements.

IV. Compliance & Legal Requirements

Task

Description

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Labor Law Adherence

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.

Health & Safety Regulations

Ensure the workplace meets all health and safety standards.

Equal Opportunity Compliance

Maintain non-discriminatory hiring and employment practices.

Confidentiality Agreements

Ensure all employees sign confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements as necessary.

Immigration & Work Authorization

Verify that employees are authorized to work in the country.

V. Performance Management

Task

Description

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Performance Reviews

Schedule and conduct performance appraisals for employees.

Goal Setting

Help employees set and track SMART goals for personal and professional development.

Training & Development

Identify skill gaps and arrange training or development programs.

Feedback & Coaching

Provide regular, constructive feedback to employees.

Employee Recognition

Recognize and reward exceptional performance.

VI. Payroll & Benefits

Task

Description

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Salary Processing

Ensure timely and accurate salary payments.

Tax Withholding

Ensure tax deductions are accurately applied and reported.

Benefits Enrollment

Manage health, dental, retirement, and other benefits enrollment for employees.

Timekeeping

Oversee employee attendance, leave requests, and overtime management.

Bonus & Incentives

Manage and track employee bonuses or incentive programs.

VII. Employee Termination

Task

Description

Checklist

Exit Interviews

Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback and improve retention strategies.

Severance Packages

Ensure appropriate severance packages are provided, if applicable.

Return of Company Property

Ensure all company property is returned, including equipment and keys.

Final Payroll

Process final payments, including any unused leave or bonuses.

Legal Compliance

Ensure that the termination complies with all employment laws and company policies.



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