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A publication of SHRMJC October, 2015

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October Chapter Meeting……….…………………………...1 President’s Message…………………………………………...2

Happy Bottoms Special Event…………..………………….3 Biz Mixer……………………....………………………………....3

November Chapter Meetings……………………………....4 October Meeting Sponsor: Cobbs Allen..……………….5 Ask a HR Professional………..……………………………….6

Annual Business Partner: Surency……………..…………6 Roundtable Re-Cap………….………………………………...7

Annual Business Partner: Willis Group…..………….....8 Legislative Update…………...………………………………...9

Annual Business Partner: Morgan Hunter…………….10 When Work Works………………………..………………....11 Annual Business Partner: Delta Dental of Kansas...11

Student Relations Committee Update……………...….12 Social Media Committee Update………………………….13

Chapter Update…………….………………………………….13 Certification Update…………...……………………………..14 Meeting Sponsorship Benefits…………………………….15

Annual Business Partners……………………...…………..15

Overland Park Chapter Meeting

Thursday, October 8, 2015 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

11:00 AM: Registration 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Lunch & Announcements

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Program

Ritz Charles Conference Facility 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, KS 66221

Get-Real Leadership is leadership that provokes listeners to increase their influ-ence/impact by becoming more self-aware, connecting with those around them more effectively and "getting real" with their specific job. You will learn:

How to increase work productivity in a measurable way. How to be a more effective leader. How to increase self-awareness via personal branding. How to better connect and communicate with everyone around you.

Harry S. Campbell is a senior executive with a strong track record of success over

nearly three decades. Campbell has been a President for two Fortune 500 compa-

nies, co-owner of an award-winning small business, CEO/Board member of an In-

ternet start-up and founding member of the industry-changing Wal-Mart/P&G Cus-

tomer Team. He has driven exceptional people and business results in organiza-

tions of 5 to 3,500 employees in a broad range of industries from consumer-

packaged goods to telecom to the digital media. He is known as an identifier, de-

veloper and motivator of exceptional talent at all levels of the organization.

This meeting has been approved for 1 General HRCI and SHRM credit.

Special Event: Happy Bottoms Diaper Drive - Bring and donate packages of

diapers for Kansas City's Diaper Bank. We will take the diapers collected to Happy

Bottoms on Monday, October 26 for our SHRMJC Family Night at Happy Bottoms!

President’s Message by Matt Smith

Dear Members,

Think back. How did you get to where you are today? Wherever you're at, you got by without a little help from your friends, right? You did it your way. There's always an exception, so I'm guessing that could in fact be the case. But it's probably not. (The Wonder Years theme song was right all along.) My parents, my wife, managers, colleagues, bands, coaches, authors, friends, and strangers. They've all impacted my outlook on everything. I've realized that it's really vital to become aware of who and what you pay atten-tion to. Let's give these things a title. "Mentors" are too vague...I will use "Influencers." And yes, even shows like the Wonder Years fall into that cate-gory for me. There have been countless good speakers that I've been fortunate enough to have listened to over the years. A handful have influenced books that I've read and even strategies that I've used to make my family better. People like Dan Stalp, Denise Mills, and Don Gallagher. And Harry Campbell. There's an opportunity cost to these takeaways though. For example, maybe I'm forego-ing some sleep or watching a game on TV to read that book. A lot of these people probably don't even know that they've made a positive influence in my life. I should tell them, and I guess if they read our newsletter I just did lol. The funny thing is that I don't even know most of these people. People like Coach K, Malcolm Gladwell, and Brett McKay. And yeah, Kevin Arnold. Which brings me to a key point. I had dinner with Harry Campbell during the Leader-ship Olathe graduation dinner, but I can't say that I know him. Here's the ironic part- I remember both Denise and Dan saying great things about him during our regular meetings a few years back. I was paying attention to them and so the lightbulb went off when I saw his name on the program of that event. I knew that his presentation was going to produce some key takeaways before he uttered a word. I highly encourage you to clear your calendar so that you can attend the October meeting to see him. And better yet, maybe even reach out to someone that you just might be influencing yourself. Invite him or her too.

Sincerely,

Matt Smith

Matt Smith, PHR, SHRM-CP President, SHRM of Johnson County

SHRMJC 11184 Antioch, Box 273

Overland Park, KS 66210 www.shrmjc.org

President Matt Smith, PHR, SHRM-CP

President-Elect Tami Seaman, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Past President Jackie Bond, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Finance

Tracie Akers, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Communication Kayla Holloway, SPHR

Director, Marketing & PR

Greg Austin, PHR

Director, Membership Tina Pool, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Programs

Kirk Young, SPHR

Director, Awards and Recognition Laurie Cybulski, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Certification

Natalie Janke, PHR, SHMR-CP

Director, Diversity Chris Li-Owens, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Government & Legal Affairs

Barb Henry, SPHR

Director, Student Relations Marilyn Christopher, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Workforce Readiness

Cherie Ziegler, CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director, Social Media Ashley Camber, MSOD,PHR, SHRM-CP

Chapter Management Professional

Lisa Miller

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2 October, 2015

3 October, 2015

Diaper Drive and Family Volunteer Night

Happy Bottoms, Kansas City’s Diaper Bank!

Family Volunteer Night

Monday, October 26

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Happy Bottom’s mission: Working with social service agency partners to provide diapers to low-income families

while raising awareness of diaper need in our community.

SHRMJC Volunteers will count, repackage, and fulfill diaper orders. The shift is set up as an assembly line that is

perfect for team building. With the help of at least forty volunteers a week, Happy Bottoms distributes over

120,000 diapers a month and that number is growing quickly.

One in five Kansas City area kids lives in poverty. For many, diapers remain an overlooked area of need despite

today’s best outreach efforts. Safety-net programs such as SNAP (food stamps) and WIC (women infants chil-

dren) do NOT cover diapers. This is a huge expense for low-income families costing an estimated $80-100 per

month. An estimated 21,000+ children in the Kansas City area aren't receiving the diapers they need. Learn

more at: www.happybottoms.org

We you hope you and your family can join the SHRMJC family for a night of fun and purpose! If you can’t volun-

teer, we will be hosting a Diaper Drive at our October 8 Chapter Meeting!

to register.

Biz Mixer Networking Event

HR Biz Mixers are “afterhours” events that present SHRMJC members and

guests with an opportunity to increase their network of contacts in the HR

field. Think of it this way: It’s networking. It’s social. You’re exchanging in-

formation and ideas. And…, you’re building connections by meeting new and

interesting people while catching up with long-standing friends.

Thursday, October 22, 2015

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Johnny's Tavern 6765 W 119th Street

Overland Park, Kansas 66209 Be effective in the best way possible. Relax and unwind at the end of your workday and increase professional re-lationships at the same time. Come on out and join us. Do business in a different way. Do it in style. Get noticed and get connected through SHRMJC.

Enjoy appetizers, refreshing beverages and good food!

Meet up with your friends! Mingle with colleagues! Network for new opportunities!

to register.

4 October, 2015

November Chapter Meeting - Paola

to register.

November Chapter Meeting - Overland Park

to register.

“From Likes to Lawsuits” Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Paola Country Club 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

In the last few years social media has become integrated into several aspects of the business world. Social media has become

a hiring tool used by HR professionals to broaden their reach, but there are inherent risks involved when using social media to screen applicants. The legal compliance of screening applicants through social media is full of gaps and grey areas. This

presentation details the different areas of compliance that HR professionals and employers need to be aware of when engag-

ing social media as part of the hiring process. It also highlights some of the gaps and grey areas, emphasizing the need to ex-ercise caution when traveling in unknown territory.

Participants will learn . . .

Current trends in social hiring

Relevant court cases

The role of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) when screening applicants through social media

EEOC guidelines for employment screening and how they apply to social media

The National Labor Relations Act (NLRB)

Ethical Dilemmas of hiring through social media

Social media policy considerations This program has been approved for 1 GENERAL credit by the HR Certification Institute and SHRM.

“Organizational Consulting Strategies for HR Professionals”

Thursday, November 19, 2015 Ritz Charles

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

"In-Sourced Consulting" Identify strategies to work as an internal consultant to build credibility and expand personal influence.

You will learn...

What is an internal consultant?

What are the skills internal consultants possess?

What are the consulting models, and which is recommended in different business settings?

What are the questions that effective consultants ask?

This program has been approved for 1 GENERAL credit by the HR Certification Institute and SHRM.

Special Breakout Session: 9:15 am - 11:15 am "Consulting For Strategic Change" This follow up session goes into greater depth on the issues in being an effective internal consultant and guiding strategic changes in organizations.

You will learn...

How to ask probing questions to discover the real business issues.

How to master questioning/listening skills to become an effective communicator.

How to identify barriers and obstacles to effective

This program has been approved for 2 BUSINESS credits by the HR Certification Institute and SHRM.

5 October, 2015

October Meeting Sponsor - Cobbs Allen

6 October, 2015

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR ANNUAL BUSINESS PARTNERS

Ask a HR Professional

Annual Business Partner: Surency Life and Health

Have a question? Ask a HR Professional! Check out our new feature on our website titled “Ask A HR Professional.” We have designed this new program to provide a forum for you to ask questions regarding HR Best Practices. Any suggestions or advice offered is strictly intended to support open dialog and sharing among HR profession-als, and should not be construed as legal advice. Please consult an employment attorney for advice regarding any legal concerns. If you would like to be a resource, let us know at www.SHRMJC.org. If you have a question, we would like to assist you and others! Go to www.SHRMJC.org and click on the “Members Only” tab; “Ask a HR Professional” is in the drop down menu.

7 October, 2015

SHRMJC Roundtable: Re-Cap by Tina Pool, Director of Membership

2016 Benefit Renewals – How We’re Coping Employers will be facing increased costs as they go through the 2016 re-newal process. The good news (according to Media Cost Trend: Behind the Numbers 2016 prepared by PricewaterhouseCoopers [PwC]) is that the aver-age increase amount will be 6.5 percent compared to 2015’s 6.8 percent. The report identifies four major trends over the last 10 years:

Healthcare spending has leveled off, but is not decreasing. Cost-sharing and curtailing inpatient care slows consumer use of health services. The Affordable Care Act had minimal direct effect on employer health costs.

Inflationary factors include new high-priced specialty drugs that promise cures for diseases and recovery costs from major health care breaches. The Local Scene SHRMJC members discussed the trends and how their companies are strengthening the bottom line while bet-ter equipping employees to make informed health discussions at September’s Roundtable event. Both small and large employers represented offer standard benefits (medical, dental, vision, IRA/401(k), profit sharing, STD/LTD, supplemental plans, wellness programs and EAP). Cost Reduction Coping Strategies SHRMJC members are designing plans to reduce employer costs. Strategies include:

Higher deductibles and co-pays. Narrow provider networks. Employee health assessment requirement. Employer contribution to HSA plans vary by the employee physical results. Offering Telehealth services (see a physician virtually, or hospitals monitor your condition). Using third party services to refer employees to providers with reduced costs for services and fees;

provide employee medical bill reconciliation assistance; and to make smart decisions between medi-cations.

Make getting healthy fun. If employees participate in a competitive wellness program based upon the number of steps they take, they receive a free Fit Bit.

Discouraging Emergency Room use by offering a $zero co-pay at Urgent Care centers. All members agreed that effective communication is critical to reducing health care costs. Meaningful infor-mation that communicates the options of convenience, time and cost-savings is targeted. Employers are also investing in risk mitigation by hiring outside companies to check vulnerabilities to HIPAA recordkeeping, IT systems and HR practices.

SHRMJC Roundtable discussions are informative and fun! Suggest 2016 topics at [email protected].

8 October, 2015

Annual Business Partner: Willis Group

9 October, 2015

Legislative Update: Kansas DOL Jobs Report - August 2015

TOPEKA, Kan. – The state’s August seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.6 percent, unchanged from July and increased from 4.3 percent in August 2014. Seasonally adjusted figures show Kansas gained 4,400 private sector jobs since last year, or 0.4 percent. Kansas nonfarm jobs increased by 1,000 jobs, or 0.1 percent, since August 2014. Since last month, Kansas declined by 2,000 seasonally adjusted private sector jobs, or 0.2 percent. The state lost 3,000 seasonally adjusted total non-farm jobs, or 0.2 percent since July 2015. Not seasonally adjusted figures show Kansas gained 6,300 private sector jobs since last year, or 0.5 percent. Kan-sas nonfarm jobs increased by 3,000 jobs, a 0.2 percent increase since August 2014. Since July, private sector jobs decreased by 5,200, or 0.4 percent. The state lost 4,000 total nonfarm jobs over the month, or 0.3 percent. “A survey of Kansans shows that the number of people in the labor force declined over the summer months, leav-ing many employers with positions to fill. This has led to an increase in hours worked by existing employees in order to perform the work needed,” Tyler Tenbrink, the Kansas Department of Labor’s Senior Labor Economist said. The not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in August was 4.5 percent, down from 5 percent in July and down from 4.7 percent one year ago. There were 11,237 initial claims for unemployment benefits in August 2015, down from 11,553 in July and up from 9,953 in August 2014. There were 74,176 continued claims in August, up from 67,149 the previous month and up from 62,606 in August 2014. “Kansas workers continue to earn more mon-ey as private sector wages grew by 3.6% compared to this time last year. Plus, an an-nual increase in job openings of 5.3% shows opportunities exist for job seekers to partici-pate in the Kansas economy,” Kansas Secre-tary of Labor, Lana Gordon said. Additionally, the 2015 Job Vacancy Survey, an annual survey of employers’ job openings, has been completed by the Kansas Department of Labor. Since last year, job vacancies in Kansas have increased by 2,383 to 47,269. The 2015 Job Vacancy Survey is available on the Kansas Labor Information Center website, here. Kansas labor market information for August is available here. Data provided is preliminary and subject to monthly revisions and annual benchmarks by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Information on procedures for producing Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) estimates is avail-able on the BLS website here. Procedures for producing Current Employment Statistics (CES) estimates are avail-able on the BLS website here. PLEASE NOTE: The September 2015 Labor Report will be released on Friday, October 16.

10 October, 2015

Annual Business Partner: Morgan Hunter Corporate Search

11 October, 2015

SHRM When Work Works Award

Calling all Top Employers:

Applications for the When Work Works Award Now Open

When Work Works, the national work flex initiative led by the partner-

ship of SHRM and the Families and Work Institute (FWI) is accepting

applications for the When Work Works Award (WWW Award) until November 6. The WWW Award recognizes

model U.S. employers of all types and sizes for their effective and flexible workplace practices.

All applicants receive a free, customized benchmarking report comparing

their workplace practices to a nationally representative sample of U.S.

employers and to the Award winners. Winning employers also receive

local and national media attention and the opportunity to be featured as

a top employer in a free searchable database of winners.

For more reasons to apply, click here and then get in the game! Appli-

cations take about 30 minutes to complete and there is no fee to apply.

Click here to begin your application.

Annual Business Partner: Delta Dental of Kansas

12 October, 2015

Student Relations: Scholarship Update

SHRMJC Supports Grantham University Student Chapter

Suzanne Layton, SPHR, SHRM KC and Marilyn Christopher, PHR - SHRM-CP , SHRMJC participat-ed in the ceremony. Suzanne and Marilyn ex-plained the benefits of being a Student Member of a local SHRM organization.

Kip Esry, VP of HR Grantham University, gave the welcome speech for the evening pro-gram. He has over 25 years in Human Resources, held leader-ship roles in four Fortune 500 organizations and spent 13 years on the Board of the Kan-sas City Compensation and Ben-efits Association. He explained the importance of networking and how it helped his success-ful career.

Jeromey Bell, the Director of Sponsorship and Finance, at-tended the Re-Affiliation Cere-mony too.

Suzanne Layton SHRM KC, Monica Sykes and Faith Bell, the Grantham moderators for the evening, await their turn at the Virtual Re-Affiliation Cere-mony.

Grantham University held its virtual re-affiliation ceremo-ny on Sept 17, 2015 at 7 pm. Shelly Trent , Field Services Director, SHRM National, congratulated Grantham Universi-ty on its re-affiliation with SHRM. She also spoke of SHRM commitment to the student chapters, student Merit Award Program, student chapter supplies and leadership develop-ment and networking opportunities. A special recognition to Monica Sykes and Faith Bell, for the energy and efforts to reactivate the Student Chapter. We are excited and look forward to helping the next generation of HR professionals.

SHRM Foundation Student Scholarship Application period - August 1st to November 1st The SHRM Foundation will award more than $25,000. in scholarships to SHRM Student Members this year. The application deadline is November 1. To apply, click on the following link:

http://www.shrm.org/about/foundation/scholarships/pages/ags.asp.aspx

New Internships on SHRM student chapter site

Visit the SHRM Internships.com page to take advantage of SHRM's partnership with Internships.com and find your next internship! As a SHRM student member, you get a FREE premium membership and access to exclusive HR Internships across the country. SHRM Alliance with Internships.com

- See more at: http://www.shrm.org/communities/studentprograms/pages/default.aspx#sthash.PyszV7V3.dpuf

Student Relations: Internship Update

13 October, 2015

Legislative Affairs Update

Open Position for UI Review Board Member The Work Comp and Employment Security Nominat-ing Commission is seeking applicants for the vacancy on the three-member Employment Security Board of Re-view which meets monthly to review appeals cases for unemployment insurance claims. This is a paid, part-time position with meetings two days per month in To-peka. Applicants must be knowledgeable of employ-ment security law (Unemployment Insurance) to help determine and rule in appeals of UI claims. For a full job description, please click here. To apply, please fill out these forms and the screening questionnaire, and send them along with your resume to Eric Stafford, Chair of the Nominating Commission

by Tuesday, September 15.

Eric Stafford Vice President of Government Affairs Kansas Chamber of Commerce 835 SW Topeka Blvd | Topeka, KS 66612 PH: 785.357.6321 | FX: 785.357.4732 [email protected] | kansaschamber.org

Date Meeting Location

10/8/2015 Overland Park Luncheon Ritz Charles

10/22/2015 Biz Mixer Johnny's Tavern

11/11/2015 Paola Luncheon Paola Country Club

11/19/2015 Overland Park Breakfast Ritz Charles

12/10/2015 Overland Park Luncheon Ritz Charles

Mark you calendars for the following events and register for them at: www.shrmjc.org Click on the “Calendar of Events” tab to view scheduled events and meetings.

SHRMJC Chapter Updates

The Social Media Committee produces, monitors and contributes to the monthly e-newsletter and social media campaigns and seeks opportunities to increase awareness of SHRMJC. We ensure com-plete communication of events and news with our members.

Like, Follow and Connect with SHRMJC:

Social Media Update

Board Opportunities SHRMJC is currently seeking members who would be interested in serving on the 2016 Board of Directors. If you are interested or would like to nominate someone else, please contact Tami Seaman, SHRMJC President-Elect, at [email protected].

LIKE us on Facebook

FOLLOW us on Twitter

CONNECT with us on LinkedIn

14 October, 2015

We want to ensure all professionals holding a generalist HR credential successfully complete the Online Pathway to obtain their SHRM- SCP or SHRM-CP. If you are not SHRM-certified, but have a valid HR generalist certifica-tion (including: PHR, SPHR, GPHR, HRBP, HRMP, IPMA-CP) which you obtained by January 31, 2015, you are eligible for SHRM's new certification—at no cost—by completing the Online Tutorial Pathway before December 31, 2015. Please note that you must complete the pathway before attending the conference to earn any recerti-fication credits. To get started, visit www.shrmcertification.org/pathway or email [email protected] for more information. Have you achieved your SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP competencies-based certification and are seeking recertification credits? If so, there is no better place to collect SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) than through the many events available through SHRMJC! Check out our Calendar of Events and register online at www.shrmjc.org!

For more information regarding SHRM certification, contact Natalie Janke, SHRMJC Director of Certification, at [email protected] or visit the SHRM website at www.shrmcertification.org.

APPLICATION DEADLINES AND EXAM WINDOW Winter: Dec. 1, 2015 to Feb. 15, 2016 Applications accepted through May 1

Regular Application Deadline: October 16 Late Application Deadline: November 13

SHRM Certification Pathway Window Closes December 31, 2015

Human Resource Certification Institute

(HRCI)

Knowledge-Based Model

Society for Human Resource Management

(SHRM)

Competency-Based Model (Below)

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Designed for HR practitioners who are engaged primarily in

an operational role—implementing policies, serving as the HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders, and/or performing

day-to-day HR functions.

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR)

Human Resource Management Professional (HRMP) Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Designed for HR professionals at a senior level who operate primarily in a strategic role—developing policies and strate-gies, overseeing the execution of HR operations, analyzing

performance metrics, and/or contributing to the alignment of HR strategies to organizational goals.

Human Resource Business Professional (HRBP)

Professional in Human Resources-CA (PHR-CA)

Senior Professional in Human Resources-CA (SPHR-CA)

15 October, 2015

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR ANNUAL BUSINESS PARTNERS

Consider Sponsoring a SHRMJC Chapter Meeting

Thank You to our Annual Business Partners

Through sponsorship of a monthly chapter meeting, your organization will realize the following benefits:

Personal introduction to the entire membership by the Chapter President

3-5 minutes at the podium to present information about your company

2 complimentary guests may attend

6-foot table setup in a prime location at the meeting registration area for brochures, etc.

Distribution of marketing information and, if provided, small promotional gifts placed in each attendee

chair

Opportunity to offer a "business card" drawing for prizes

Company advertisement appearing in HRLink, our premier newsletter in the month prior and the month

immediately following the chapter meeting program you sponsor

Logo and link to your website in two email communications advertising the program

Recognition in our program description on the SHRMJC website

A current list in excel format of our SHRMJC membership for a one-time mailing purpose

This is the perfect opportunity for your company to be seen and recognized. Each chapter meeting is attended by

60-150 human resources professionals and guests. The chapter offers networking prior to and after our chapter

meeting. This is a great time for you to introduce yourself and your services to some of our members on a one-on

-one bases. The investment is $750.00 to sponsor a Chapter Meeting.

Contact Director of Marketing and PR, Greg Austin, at [email protected] or 913.703.2028.