Patricia Cavalier has worked in the Human Resources for over
twenty years. She is currently the Human Resources Director of Ingalls Health
System in Chicago, Illinois. She has experience in recruitment, implanting
wellness programs, payroll and benefits, and HR management. Her experience and
leadership abilities are valued in the HR industry.
Human resource departments perform a number of daily tasks that
are essential to the day-to-day operations of a company. Two of those tasks
involve developing company policies and procedures and work in labor relations.
Here is a rundown of both those tasks.
The policies and procedures of an organization dictate almost
every aspect of a company. Policies and procedures affect hiring practices, health
and safety at work, and disciplinary action. All three of these areas are often
focused on by HR professionals when assessing an organization's policies and
procedures. HR professionals will update policies and procedures, publish them,
and ensure that their colleagues and the organization's employees are made
aware of all policies and procedures, especially when changes are made.
Labor relations is an area that HR professionals work in on a
daily basis, especially if the organization they work for employs union
represented employees. HR professionals will interact and negotiate with union
representatives. They have to be diplomatic and represent the interests of
their company while ensuring that both sides receive a fair deal. Day-to-day
tasks in labor relations usually involves handling union grievances,
establishing wage structures, handling payroll and benefits, and maintaining a
good rapport with employees while minimizing conflict at the workplace.
