HR's Role in Performance Management and Documentation

Essentials of HR Certificate Series

HR professionals play a critical role in advising management on issues related to employee performance management and improvement. Since all employment decisions present the opportunity for litigation, your ability to effectively help managers and supervisors facilitate an ongoing performance management process supported by documentation, open communication, coaching, and feedback can mitigate risk for your organization. In this half-day program, you will be exposed to the components of a sound performance management system, learn to apply and properly document a progressive disciplinary process, and collaborate with leadership using a consultative approach.

Learning Objectives:

• Coach managers and supervisors on effective performance management processes.
• Apply the elements of thorough and complete documentation to support employment decisions.
• Determine when to escalate disciplinary actions, based on supporting documentation, to address employee performance and minimize risk to the organization.

Who Should Attend:

Newcomers to HR who want to broaden their HR knowledge.