Includes bibliographical references and index.

Essentials of starting a human resource function -- Staffing plans and legalities -- Recruitment, selection, and beginning employment -- Performance management and ending employment -- Training and development -- Compensation and benefits -- Rules, communication, and record-keeping -- Workplace safety and security -- Management reports -- Outsourcing and consultants -- Appendix A: Resources and reading list -- Appendix B: Federal requirements affecting human resources -- Appendix C: Federal labor laws by number of employees -- Appendix D: Fifty behavior-based interview questions -- Appendix E: Contributors and resources.