Misty Mason Freeman, PhD, MPP’s Post

One of the most perplexing practices I've observed across administrations and jurisdictions is that hiring for political appointments often relies solely on networking. There are typically no job descriptions or open hiring processes—you just need to know the hiring decision-maker to be considered. This approach raises significant ethical concerns, hampers transparency, stifles diversity, and frequently leads to ineffective appointments. Betsy Cooper and I suggest that the next administration implement a jobs board to source political appointees, beginning with lower-level positions. This model could extend to state and local levels, serving any Governor's or Mayor's office as well. Read more below!

If you’re trying to guide a job seeker interested in the federal employment space, pass them a copy of today’s timely pullout section of the Post.

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Calling all Employers! (And employment lawyers, and employees...) On Tuesday the 30th of April, starting at 9am, Gannons will be hosting its annual Employment Seminar at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health in Holborn! We will be discussing topics such as: What makes an employment relationship, recent developments in employment law, as well as navigating workplace discrimination and handling employee grievances. Please follow the below Eventbrite link to secure your ticket! #Employmentlaw #LondonLawyers #Employmentlawupdates

In our final edition of the Employment Briefing for 2024, we cover: - Key takeaways from the Budget and the latest on the implementation of The Employment Rights Bill. - Updated guidance from both the EHRC and ACAS on sexual harassment. - An important case update on employment status. - A further case update in relation to small-scale redundancy exercises. - An overview of the employment law considerations of suspending employees, following the cases of Huw Edwards (BBC) and Benjamin Mendy (Manchester City FC).

5 TOP TIPS Here are the top five suggestions from Rosella for participants to achieve the best outcomes with their employment service provider, and maximise the services and benefits they should be receiving before, and even after finding a job. RosellaSE.com.au

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