Free 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	Checklist
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	Checklist
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	Checklist
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	Checklist
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	Checklist
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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