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IS IT COMMON PRACTICE TO POST JOBS EXTERNALLY? For most companies, posting a job opening both internally and externally is a given. Doing so gives access to a larger applicant pool to choose from. But there are questions as to whether an employer is required to post job openings either within the organization or externally for outside applicants. Most employers are free to post a job externally or internally if they want, but there are some exceptions. There are some rules and regulations in place in the US that oblige one to post jobs under certain circumstances.
Any employer that has entered into a collective bargaining agreement should ensure it’s following the job posting rules set forth in the agreement, if applicable. Some government agencies have a requirement to advertise job openings publicly. For federal contractors that meet certain requirements, job openings must be posted with the appropriate employment services to ensure the openings are referred to veterans. Employers that create their own policies regarding job postings should be careful to follow their guidelines. Failure to do so will appear inconsistent and may give rise to claims of favoritism or discrimination. Employers need to clearly state their internal job postings policies in their employment contracts. This ensures that all employees are up-to-date on
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