Chesapeake Human Resources Association (CHRA)
Human Resource Society of Prince George's County (MD)
Baltimore Chapter of the National Association of African Americans in Human Resources
HR Leadership Forum (HRLF), local affiliate of Human Resource Planning Society
Washington Area Compensation and Benefits Association (WACABA), local affiliate of WorldAtWork
Washington Technical Professional Forum (WTPF)
The Staffing Alliance of Maryland Employers
Looking for the answer to an HR-related question? Are you in search of a sample policy or information industry practices? HRA-NCA is pleased to provide its members with discussion board and website links to some of the "best in class" online information sources. Do you use something not listed here? Please submit your suggestions or comments to communications@hra-nca.org.
www.workforceonline Developed by the "Workforce" magazine editors. This broadly approached site has an extensive human resources database that may be searched via keyword or subject, and a user-friendly discussion board with an expansive listing of topics and recent posts. If interested in the discussion board, click on "Community Center."
www.hr-guide.com HR-Guide, a cutting-edge site, contains information on all topics related to HR. The site also contains a streamlined approach to conducting and utilizing surveys in the workplace. A distinctive feature of this site is that it can be translated into five languages.
www.hr.com Through simple key words, users can find a wealth of human resource information with the most valuable being free sample forms and policies on every imaginable use.
www.hrgopher.com HrGOpher contains a wealth of information on a myriad of topics for the HR professional. The site contains a valuable "current events" headline.
www.legalworkplace.com (from the Alexander Hamilton Institute). This website covers employment law, as well as benefits, recruitment and retention, including references to specific state laws. The site also contains a user-friendly message board and "hot topics" of discussion.
www.shrm.org HRA-NCA is the DC chapter of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management). This site supplies extensive information on publications, online services, seminars, conferences, and educational opportunities. SHRM members can also access valuable workplace toolkits, white papers, and policy/practice information.
HR as a Strategic Business Partner -- www.allbusiness.com: AllBusiness is an "above and beyond" site for those who seek to know the business environment. Topics include finance, accounting, insurance, communications, marketing, IT, payroll, compliance, business licenses, operations, etc.
www.worconline.org: WORC can help you find pre-screened candidates for your open blue collar or service sector positions. We serve as an employee referral agent between employers in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia and our region’s 600 workforce development organizations.
www.workshopexercises.com: Workshop Exercises provides FREE professional development activities and exercises to enhance workshops, training sessions, coaching, meetings, and other workplace learning events.
www.dol.gov The United States Department of Labor
www.does.dc.gov D.C. Department of Employment Services
www.dol.gov/elaws ELAWS advisor directs users toward problem resolution, based on given responses. This site educates employers, as well as employees, on employment-related issues and topics. The site also has direct links to a glossary of federally mandated health benefits and administration.
www.eeoc.gov The EEOC website summarizes laws and policies for employer enforcement. In addition, employment discrimination is detailed and legislation is regularly updated. A "Quick Start-Employers" section provides extremely helpful information.
www.osha.gov OSHA's website has a strong search feature leading to laws, regulation and compliance. Emergency preparedness is also covered on this site.
www.ada.gov ADA's website provides access to federal regulation and workplace disability information. This extensive database encompasses regulations, technical assistance manuals, enforcement and mediation programs, and designated investigative agencies.
www.bls.gov The Bureau of Labor Statistics supplies the latest information on the CPI and unemployment rates.
