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PACIFIC HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES, INC.
CELEBRATES 15 YEARS 1) What does Pacific Human Resource Services, Inc. do? Pacific Human Resource Services, Inc (PHRSI) is a full service human resources consulting company that provides a number of different services such as drug screens, job placement, temporary staffing services. We create employee handbooks, provide training such as Prevention of Discrimination and Sexual Harassment, OSHA related training, Customer Services, and a host of other training. We do what your typically HR department might do for your organization recruit, train, create policies. We even have an arrangement with the US DOL that allows federal contractors and subcontractors to get referrals from PHRSI without charge. There are so many employment laws that affect all businesses. PHRSI can help employers make sense of those laws and recommend policies or procedures that ensure compliance with the laws. In other words, PHRSI can help employers stay out of the EEO office. The buzz nowadays is buy local. We buy locally, but more importantly, we help our Guam residents find jobs locally.
2) To what do you think you owe the success of PHRSI? 15 years is a long time to be in the market. First - the commitment and loyalty of the employees to the company. Second - all decisions are made locally, and therefore, we can be very flexible with our clients and allows us to take immediate action.
4) How do you see Pacific Human Resource Services in the next 15 years? There are very few companies on Guam that provide human resource consulting services. PHRSI is a woman, minority owned business. There seems to be a optimism about Guam's economy, and as we continue to see our economy improve, I think our business will also grow with the economy. I'm optimistic about our future . The large majority of our businesses on Guam are small businesses. And as long as the businesses continue to need people to run their operations, PHRSI will continue to provide human resource services.
5) What are the challenges you foresee in the near future? New technology requires that employees continuously upgrade their skills to keep up with the job market. With new technology comes new trends. Those who fail to upgrade their skills or who refuse to learn new skills will be left behind. So, if I am preparing for the job market, I have to ask, what jobs are out there for me with my skills set. If I don't have work history, then ask what skills should I be acquiring so that I am more marketable? But also ask what skills do I now have that would be of interest to employers. If already in a job, what do I need to learn in order to remain relevant in my workplace. For us in the field of Human
Resources, we need to be continuously upgrade not only our knowledge of employment laws, but also employment trends. An example of employment trend is more and more employers are allowing employees to work out of home. As new technology makes communication easier and faster, the need to have employees work out of the office becomes less necessary. Unfortunately, for those in the HR field, this means that policies must be continuously reviewed and revised or created to ensure compliance with laws and employment trends.
6) Any advice for those looking for jobs? Employers? If looking for a job, do not despair. Look within yourself and find the best parts of you , even if you do not have work experience. A positive attitude will help you find that job. A negative attitude will turn off prospective employers. For employers, I have 2 pieces of advice: Treat employees well, and your employees will help your business succeed. Stay out of trouble by complying with employment laws and other laws that affect your business. Contact Information: Suite 307 ParaOceana Business Center 674 Harmon Loop Road Dededo, GU 96929 Telephone: 671-637-6906/7/8 Fax #671-637-6909 email: phrsi@ite.net www.pacifichr.net
3) What is your target market? Our primary markets are mid to small businesses which may not have a human resource staff or whose HR department may be inexperienced. We also provide services to various government of Guam agencies on a per project basis. We assist companies who may need assistance meeting government compliance requirements.
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