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Great news! We are updating how we share information with our membership. Delaware SHRM is partnering with HRTimes magazine to help communicate updates on our annual conference, monthly meetings, and other important chapter information. In addition we will be utilizing our website to communicate this information via e-mail. HRTimes is a quarterly publication that focuses on HR issues and trends. We are confident our new communication tools will help us achieve our mission of driving professional development, relevant HR information, legislative updates, and networking opportunities to our membership. So, be sure to visit www.hrtimesonline.com/Delaware.html for more information, and keep your eye out for the latest issue of HRTimes at monthly meetings and other major DESHRM events!
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Announcing DESHRM February
Tuesday, February 9,2010
Social Media and Hiring
Margaret (Molly) M. DiBianca of Young, Conaway, Stargatt, and Taylor

Approved for 1.25 HRCI Credits
Location: Christiana Hilton
Click here for Directions: Christiana Hilton

5:30 Dinner Meeting
Thank you to our February Meeting Sponsors!

Suntricity Power

and

University of Delaware Professional and Continued Studies

For More Information


Please register at deshrm.org
E-mail (Lsample@deshrm.org). Telephone 302-367-7476
Please register by noon February 5, 2010
$30.00 DE SHRM Members & $40.00 Guest registered by February 5, 2010 noon.
$40.00 DE SHRM Members & $45.00 Guests registering at the door.
$5.00 DESHRM Student Member

Cancellations for full refund must be received by noon February 8, 2010
If your registration is not canceled you will be billed


IT'S ALL OVER!
Watch for links to conference presentations and articles to be posted soon.
9th Annual DE State HR Conference
Tuesday, November 3rd & Wednesday, November 4th
Clayton Hall - University of DE


Melissa Greene, President of Delaware SHRM talks about the challenges of business in today's economy, HR's role in it, and goals for the chapter over the next two years. See Video

To Read Melissa's message


Vickie Tully,SPHR,of CareLink Community Support Services received the 2009 Ron Shane HR Lifetime Achievement Award. At the 2009 Delaware State HR Conference, Pat Buhler announced that Vicky was selected to receive the highest recognition in Delaware's HR community for her contribution to the profession. Congratulations!

For Information on this year's Ron Shane Award Link.


New UD certificate offers 43 HR strategic recertification credits

This fall, the University of Delaware is introducing a new Strategic Human Capital Management Certificate. Developed in response to suggestions from Delaware SHRM members, the certificate will provide you with 43 (Specified-Strategic) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification. Classes are held at the UD Downtown Center, 8th and King Streets in Wilmington.

Delaware SHRM members get 10% off the price of the certificate. For more informationLink.


Are You A HR Professional in Transiton?

Delaware State Council and DESHRM are Sponsoring Workshops for the Human Resources Professional in Transition.

This workshop is for

  • Professionals
  • Entry Level HR
  • Career Changers

    The workshops will include:

  • Networking
  • Best Practices
  • Search Tools
  • Speakers
  • Resources

    Hosted by Right Management
    200 Bellevue Parkway, Suite 200
    Wilmington, DE 19809
    Contact: George Barber 302-792-0215 for more information.

    Today's reminders & news:

    Superior Merit


    The Office of Disability Employment Policy has completed their latest publication on Diversifying Your Workforce, A Four-Step Reference Guide to Recruiting, Hiring, & Retaining Employees with Disabilities which was done as a joint venture between the ODEP and SHRM alliance on the national level. It is a great resource for information.

    For More Information



    Attention All HR Professionals!
    "Attention All HR Professionals! There is an informal HR discussion group that meets once a month for breakfast in Newark, DE. Please join us! It is a great opportunity to share ideas and challenges with other HR professionals in the area. We meet the first Thursday of every month at the Bob Evans Restaurant right off of I-95. (Located at 404 Eagle Run Rd, Newark, DE 19702, ph: 302-369-3122)

    If you have any questions, you can call the meeting organizer, Susanne Sanders at 302/547-8843 or email at susannesanders@legacyhr.org"
    BECOME PUBLISHED IN YOUR FIELD!

    HRTimes is a quarterly, local human resources magazine endorsed by the SHRM Delaware State Council. Subscribers include SHRM Chapter and SHRM At-Large Members, business leaders and local HR professionals.
    Link

    For More Information on Delaware SHRM and it's Partnership with the HRTimes
    Link

    Future events:

    Delaware BioScience Association is proud to announce our 3rd Life Sciences Career Fair on March 9, 2010 from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Delaware Biotechnology Institute. We would like to extend you an invitation to participate in this great recruiting opportunity. The Life Sciences Career Fair brings employers together with candidates ranging from undergraduate to Ph.Ds in search of career opportunities. In the past we have attracted up to 20 employers and almost 300 candidates in the tri-state area Link.

    Delaware SHRM meetings and conference offer high quality professional development programs with recognized speakers who are experts in their fields. Network with your fellow HR professionals, too. Link.


    Ready resources:

    SHRM Learning System
    Make the commitment. Take your HR career to the next level and earn your HR certification. HR Certification preparation using the SHRM Learning System Link


    SHRM Professional Development Opportunities. Information on SHRM Conferences at Link and SHRM Seminars atLink


    Villanova/SHRM Learning System Course Villanova University's 2010 SHRM Learning System classes begin all next week, starting Monday February 1 in Philadelphia and Langhorne, and continuing throughout the week at locations in Philadelphia, Horsham, Villanova, Exton, Malvern. Newark Del. and Hagerstown Maryland. Villanova's classroom pass rate consistently exceeds the national pass rate and in 2009 Villanova was recognized by SHRM as one of the top 5 Universities in the country offering the SHRM Learning System. Know someone who should be certified? The test and eligibility rules change for 2011, so 2010 is the best time ever to get certified. Visit (or have your colleague visit) and register today at: www.continuingstudies.villanova.edu.

    If you've been planning to earn your Professional Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) designation, Villanova's has an updated and expanded HR Certification Institute exam preparation course based on the SHRM Learning System®. This program is also ideal for certified HR professionals seeking PHR/SPHR recertification credit hours or individuals seeking professional development.

    Villanova University is a National leader in providing the SHRM Learning System course within an instructor-led and on-line environment. The Certificate in Professional Human Resource Management program is offered in full partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and the curriculum covers the 2009 HR Certification Institute Body of Knowledge. Designed by subject-matter experts, the program includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills. Besides being a powerful tool for PHR or SPHR certification preparation, this strategic course fosters professional advancement and builds confidence for managing HR challenges.

    For information regarding the HR Certification Institute certification exam, please go to HRCI to learn more about testing windows, deadlines, exam fees and how to apply for the exam. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive the Certificate in Professional Human Resource Management from Villanova University as well as 3.9 Continuing Education Units (CEU's). For those taking the course for recertification purposes, successful completion will result in the awarding of 39 HR Certification Institute credit hours.

    Register today by contacting the Office of Continuing Studies at 610-519-4310. You can also visit www.continuing studies.villanova.edu for more information, and to complete your registration process on-line.


    Certificate in Financial Planning
    University of Delaware
  • " Prepare to join the high-demand financial services field as a certified professional
  • " Plan for a career change or grow in your current position
    Information Session
    February 4, 6:30 p.m.
    Room 125 Alfred Lerner Hall, Newark, DE
    RSVP by calling 302/831-7600 or visit www.pcs.udel.edu/fp/


    Delaware State Council for SHRM: The State Council helps the two local SHRM chapters, including Delaware SHRM, serve the HR profession. Learn more by visiting the new web site: Delaware State Council/.

    Job search help: Delaware SHRM online Job Center for local open positions. Link. Attend our monthly chapter meetings to network with local HR professionals, hear about open positions and enhance your knowledge with our professional development programs. Calendar.

    Best practices: SHRM's HR Toolkits for resources, articles, links, and other practical information on more than fifty HR topics. For SHRM national members.

    Fast and easy information from SHRM's HR Knowledge Center. Available 24/7 to SHRM national members: salary survey directory, disaster recovery planning information, spreadsheet templates to calculate and compile HR metrics and more. For quick HR-related questions, talk to an SHRM Information Specialist online during business hours.

    Salary information: SHRM's Salary Survey Directory can assist you in locating, using and aging salary survey data; adjusting salaries to account for cost of living differentials; and avoiding antitrust issues related to compensation benchmarking.

    Public policy: Help shape public policy affecting the HR profession with SHRM's HRVoice and write your elected officials today!

    SHRM Foundation funds research, publications and education to advance the HR profession and enhance the effectiveness of HR professionals. To learn more about how it can help you be a more effective HR practitioner, go to: www. shrm.org/foundation/.


    Area Legislative Resources
    Delaware Department of Labor

    State and Federal Representatives and Senators

    Delaware

    Pennsylvania

    Delaware

    New Jersey

    Maryland


    Community Disaster Agencies:

    Red Cross Delmarva
    Salvation Army Delaware
    Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
    Department of Labor

    Many more resources at Delaware SHRM's Resource Center.


  • We are proud to be the voice of the HR profession in Delaware and surrounding communities.

    For 30 years we have provided our members with high quality monthly programs featuring respected speakers and pertinent topics. Our members also benefit from up-to-date information on legislative affairs, take advantage of our job bank, and keep abreast of news and information that affects HR professionals. We are affiliated with the Society for Human Resource Management, Chapter #206.

    Thank you for viewing our website! You will find valuable information in these pages that will inform and educate you about the Chapter, the hot HR issues in the area, and help you find information you may seek.

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