The 2021 Identity of HR Survey

HR Dive asked 419 self-identified HR practitioners about the work they do, how they get it done and what impact it creates.

By Nami Sumida • March 22, 2021

More than half of HR pros outsource benefits, payroll, HR Dive survey says

Practitioners may elect to outsource more tasks as the profession takes on an increasingly strategic role.

By Ryan Golden • March 22, 2021

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits

Healthcare costs are climbing and employee needs are changing. How can HR professionals adapt?

By HR Dive staff

Most pay equity laws stifle employers' ability to make progress

"Despite a growing number of state and federal rules encouraging pay equity, the U.S. is persistently behind in closing the pay gap," the CEO of Syndio said.

By Sheryl Estrada • March 18, 2021

Attorneys anticipate EEOC vaccine incentive guidance 'soon'

The lack of federal guidance has resulted in a "gray area" for employers, one source told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • March 17, 2021

Software consultancy Tandem publishes salary bands in pay equity push

"We know that job candidates from underrepresented groups are often less empowered to negotiate for their salaries," the company CEO said.

By Kathryn Moody • March 17, 2021

15 stories that chronicle HR's year in a pandemic

As employers pass the one-year mark from initial shutdowns and safety measures, a timeline of stories is a reminder of what HR professionals faced.

By Katie Clarey • March 14, 2021

Biden signs coronavirus relief law expanding FFCRA tax credit, unemployment funding

The law also contains a provision for COBRA premium assistance, stimulus checks for certain individuals and couples and other assistance for businesses.

By Ryan Golden • Updated March 12, 2021

1 in 5 employees worked while ill during pandemic, signaling need for paid leave, says Just Capital

"To build resilience, employers should think long-term when it comes to health and safety," the non-profit said.

By Katie Clarey • March 11, 2021

DOL official: Employers paid 'close to $4M' for FFCRA violations

Helen Applewhaite, director of DOL's Division of FMLA and Other Acts, described last year's FFCRA implementation process as "intense" and "unprecedented."

By Ryan Golden • March 10, 2021

Biden's corporate tax hike would reduce output, jobs, wages, study finds

Raising federal revenue by increasing the corporate income tax would impose costs across the economy, the Tax Foundation said.

By Jim Tyson • March 4, 2021

Survey: Most employers say their mental health, well-being programs were ineffective during pandemic

Strategies developed in response to COVID-19 sometimes were "short term in nature," an official at Willis Towers Watson said.

By Ryan Golden • March 4, 2021

Costco raises starting wage to $16, surpassing competitors

Robust compensation minimizes turnover while maximizing productivity, commitment and loyalty among employees, CEO Craig Jelinek said.

By Katie Clarey • March 2, 2021

Survey: Pandemic sparks expansion in child care benefits

The coronavirus created retention concerns for employers, particularly regarding workers with caregiving responsibilities.

By Kathryn Moody • Feb. 26, 2021

DOL withdraws opinion letters on gig worker arrangement, truck driver hours

The actions mean both letters "may not be relied upon as a statement of agency policy" as of Feb. 19, per DOL.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 25, 2021

Employers may need to include per diems in overtime calculations, 9th Cir. says

The court held that a staffing company improperly excluded per diems in its overtime calculations, as they "functioned as compensation for work."

By Katie Clarey • Feb. 24, 2021

Remote Chipotle ERG will support minority mentorship program

The group, UNIFIED, also will hold virtual roundtable discussions and quarterly D&I trainings.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 24, 2021

Jimmy John's to pay $1.8M to settle overtime pay dispute

Sixty-six store managers employed by the sandwich chain will receive payment, while more than 500 managers employed by franchisees will be given gift cards as part of a settlement approved Monday. 

By Julie Littman • Feb. 23, 2021

Increased use of virtual care isn't all about COVID-19

Many patients have developed a preference for virtual visits, citing convenience of time and location, as well as ease of scheduling follow-up visits as benefits. 

Feb. 22, 2021

Glassdoor breaks down ratings, salaries by employee demographics

The company said it expects employers will compare their own data against other companies and leverage data points to assist with DEI recruiting efforts.

By Kate Tornone • Feb. 19, 2021

How 5 employers are incentivizing the coronavirus vaccine

HR Dive rounded up employers from a variety of industries to explore the measures they're taking to encourage vaccination.

By Katie Clarey • Feb. 18, 2021

Target to cover time off, transportation for hourly workers getting coronavirus vaccine

Incentives may be especially important for retailers; an earlier poll revealed 52% of retail workers said they would be willing to get vaccinated.

By Katie Clarey • Feb. 18, 2021

Poll: 56% of US workers say they'll get a COVID-19 vaccine

Vaccine incentives may boost workers' willingness to get vaccinated, but employers want clarity over how incentives such as cash awards may interact with anti-discrimination laws.

By Katie Clarey • Feb. 16, 2021

Workers skipped preventative healthcare in 2020. How should employers respond?

Organizations have the opportunity to re-examine several aspects of their plans and educate employees about their health, sources told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 11, 2021

Google pays $3.8M to settle allegations of pay, hiring discrimination

The compensation disparities allegedly affected female employees in software engineering positions.

By Lisa Burden • Feb. 9, 2021

Kroger to pay workers $100 to get COVID-19 shots

The retailer is also distributing $100 store credits and fuel points to all associates regardless of whether they elect to get vaccinated.

By Sam Silverstein • Feb. 8, 2021