HR Reference Manual Chapter 1: City Employment Basics

HR Reference Manual

Published: February 6, 2023

HRRM City Employment Basics
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See accompanying model documents below.

This content conveys general information. Do not use it as a substitute for legal advice. Any attorney general opinions cited are available from the League’s Research staff.

Learn successful human resources practices taking into consideration legal requirements such as understanding your appointing authority and general public employment concepts like “employment-at-will.” Discover best management practices for effective recruitment, employee recognition, and opportunities to develop new skills. Find brief introductions to applicable state and federal laws. such as Equal Employment Opportunity (EEOC), Affirmative Action, Human Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and more.

Use these model documents with the discussion on “City Employment Basics”:

See Table of Contents: HR Reference Manual