GovCon HR Round-Up

In this episode of GovCon HR Round-Up, hosts Joe Young, Declan Leonard and Seth Berenzweig cover the complexities of employment law with a focus on paid leave requirements for federal contractors. In this episode, we cover:• The nuances of paid leave requirements for government contractors under Executive Order 13706• The specific legal challenges and implications of this order• Its impact on sick leave accrual and carryover policies• Its application to service and construction contractsThey also touch on broader employment law developments, such as potential changes to non-compete agreements and recent Supreme Court rulings affecting workplace discrimination and pregnancy accommodations.

Episode 3 of GovCon HR Round-Up covers the rapid integration and imapct of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the realm of Human Resources, particularly within government contracting. The team emphasize how AI, despite not being perfect, plays a crucial role in enhancing HR operations, requiring human oversight to address its limitations effectively. The discussion highlights the excitement surrounding AI's growing influence on HR practices and the workplace. Plus! Uncover insights on how government contractors are uniquely positioned to benefit from AI, especially in recruiting, including new tools that assist HR professionals in drafting job descriptions and postings, leveraging AI to optimize job visibility and attract the right talent.

Are you ready for February 26th? The National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) new joint employer rule is shaking things up, especially for government contractors, joint ventures, and companies using subcontractors. What's changing? Basically, companies can now be held responsible for employees of other businesses if they even have the potential to control their working conditions. That's right, even if you never actually exercise that control! What does this mean for you? This rule could significantly impact your business operations and potential liabilities. Learn everything you need to know in this video breakdown: What is the NLRB and why should you care? How does the new joint employer rule work? What industries are most affected? What can you do to prepare? ️

Welcome to the GovCon HR Round-Up Podcast! In our first episode, hosts Joe Young, Seth Berenzweig, and Declan Leonard discuss legal tips and tools for engagement and retention of employees, including - strategic use of benefits such as flextime and leave; how to effectively manage the virtual workforce; short and long-term financial incentives to motivate retention; and providing effective HR legal updates to ensure consistency.