"Answers All Of My Questions In A Clear Manner"
Our case administrator, Susan, has been absolutely wonderful and is a joy to work with. She is very knowledgeable, patient, answers all of my questions in a clear manner, and is professional.
- Kathy Townsend
They are a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend their services.
For many years we’ve relied on TPS Group’s extensive knowledge and industry expertise to keep us in compliance with state and federal regulations as well as changes in the law. Their attention to detail is just what we need to keep our business operations running smoothly. They are a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend their services.
- Dan Neal
Dependable, experienced, and professional
Dependable, experienced, and professional, our TPS Group recruiter was an invaluable resource, helping us locate and vet quality talent.
- Tyler R. Vunk
Human Resource Services Services
Employee Handbooks & Policy Development
Our Employee Handbooks are customized based on your company size, practices, needs, and company culture and designed for compliance with State and Federal regulations.
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HR Best Practices Assessment
Our HR Best Practices Assessment is a comprehensive review of your business’ current policies, procedures, and practices.
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Training Workshops
TPS Group offers a broad spectrum of HR training services for organizations of all sizes.
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Performance Management Plans
TPS understands that managing employees is a time-consuming and draining supervisory requirement. Through our experience with a broad spectrum of organizations, we further understand that performance requirements and standards vary greatly from organization to organization. Performance standards required in one organization may be different or not important to another.
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HR Compensation Analysis and Benchmarking
For most organizations, compensation and benefits are its largest expense. TPS utilizes an analytical approach to obtaining and evaluating jobs and benchmarking compensation.
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HR Department Startups
We will act as your in-house HR department until which time you need to hire either a part time or full time HR Professional, which we can train for you.
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Hiring & Recruiting
TPS Group can assist you in determining needs, recruiting, conducting background checks, interviewing and on-boarding.
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Human Resource Services Resources
Maine Department of Labor (Maine DOL)
- State employment laws
- State independent contractor rules
- Unemployment
- Workers’ compensation
- Safety training & compliance assistance
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
- Federal wage and hour law
- Exempt and non-exempt employee status
- Compliance assistance
- Independent contractor rules for DOL
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Federal tax laws, rules and forms
- Businesses and individuals
- Independent contractor rules for IRS
Human Resource Services Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What topics are typically covered at a HR (Human Resources) training workshop?
A:
A training workshop is usually provided in an individual or group setting.
Topics covered typically relate to Human Resources and Workforce Management. Many Human Resources Consultants offer an extensive catalog of on-site or off-site training topics conducted by our Consultants and affiliates.
Topics covered at a HR Training Workshop should include, but are not limited to:
- Harassment
- Ethics
- Performance Management
- Effective Interviewing
- Supervisory Training
- Leadership Training
- Effective Communication
- Change Management
- Employment Law
- Conflict Resolution
- Helping Employee's Grow
- Effective Job Descriptions
Human Resource Services Articles
Should You Refinance Your Student Loans?
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When to Set Sail with Safe Harbor
When to Set Sail with Safe Harbor You already know that a 401(k) is a very popular retirement plan and, like other plan designs, it allows your employees ...
Social Media in the Workplace: Productivity Killer or Boost?
Is checking your Facebook feed, tweeting to friends or posting a vacation photo on Instagram while you’re at work a violation of your employer’s social ...
Financial Wellness Is Essential to Saving for Retirement
Financial Wellness – It’s Essential to Saving for Retirement Introducing a workplace retirement plan can be a compelling way for emplyees to take control ...
Defined Benefit Plans are Alive and Well
Defined Benefit Plans are Alive and Well For the most part, the news about Defined Benefit plans lately has not been particularly good. Whether a big ...
The Cost of Aging: Are You Ready?
Forty-five years old, married with two teens, and employed full-time, Shannon struggled to care for her aging parents as their health deteriorated. Her ...
Cash Balance Plans Allow Six Figure Annual Contributions
Cash Balance Plans Allow Six Figure Contributions Most people can contribute to their 401(k) without worrying about exceeding the annual contribution ...
To Roth or Not to Roth
To Roth or Not to Roth A compelling feature of a 401(k) plan has always been the opportunity to contribute money from your current income on a pre-tax ...
Steps To Take To Protect Your Investments
Retirement accounts have become an attractive target for cyber-thieves, and fraudulent activity is on the rise nationally. Here are important steps to ...
Gen Z in the Workplace: Are Companies Ready?
Young adults of Generation Z, defined as the cohort of people born from 1997 on, are entering the workforce and will change the rule book just as the Millennials ...
The Vanishing Employee: “Ghosting” at Work
It’s a new, startling labor trend in one of the strongest job markets in 19 years: “ghosting.” Once a term used primarily in the dating world to describe ...
The Sobering Facts about Health Care Costs in Retirement
Unless you are one of the lucky few with a lifetime medical plan paid for by your employer, health care costs are one of the largest expenses in retirement ...
Should You Borrow from Your 401(k) Account?
Eric’s landlord was raising the rent again, and this time Eric decided he was ready to move out and buy his own house. After meeting with a loan officer ...
Are You Taking Advantage of Your Employer’s Matching Contribution?
Many employees don’t contribute enough to their 401(k) to take full advantage of their employer’s matching contribution. Are you one of them? Maybe you ...
"Hot Topics in HR" Complimentary Seminar
Don't Miss This Opportunity! "Hot Topics in HR" Complimentary Seminar November 13, 2018 You are invited to a complimentary seminar and brunch buffet ...
TPS Group Now Offers 3(16) Plan Administration
With TPS 3(16) Service, LLC as the 3(16) fiduciary, employers can rest easy knowing that all plan decisions are made in the best interest of the participants. Does ...
Managing Re-Hires
Publication: Solutions in a Flash Volume/Issue: October 2018 Managing Re-Hires Aaron R. Moody As we approach Halloween, let’s take a look at a real ...
Salary Deferral Deposits: Avoiding Fiduciary Violations
For the 401(k) fiduciary, the importance of timely salary deferral deposits cannot be overstated. An employer that fails to remit employee contributions ...
Cybersecurity Threats and Retirement Plans
Are you at risk of a cyber-attack? The answer to that question is yes. Millions of credit card numbers and other forms of personal information are stolen ...
Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage Plans: Key Points for Employers
The Davis-Bacon Act is a federal prevailing wage law governed by the Department of Labor that applies to contractors and subcontractors who perform work ...
Boost Retirement Savings with a HSA
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offer significant tax advantages and can be an effective way to cover health care costs in retirement. By law, HSAs are ...
Maximizing Social Security Income
Bill and Sue, a married couple seeking advice from their financial advisor, felt that they were in a quandary. At age 62, Bill wanted to retire within ...
How Cash Balance Plans are Redefining the Retirement Savings Industry
Although the traditional annuity defined pension plan has mostly gone the way of the rotary phone, cash balance plans are growing in popularity, especially ...
Are Millennials Saving for Retirement?
Samantha, age 27, is a special education teacher in her third year of teaching. She and her fiancé have just bought their first home and are planning their ...
CEFEX Certification: The 'Gold Standard' in TPA Validation
Advisors and plan sponsors benchmark plan fees, nvestments and other services that can be provided by a record keeping platform, but rarely have I encountered ...
Sexual Harassment Training: Is Your Company in Compliance?
The recent spate of sexual harassment accusations in Hollywood and in companies all over the country should serve as a reminder to employers about their ...
4 Great Reasons Why Even Small Businesses Need HR Services
For most businesses, their workforce is not only their biggest asset but their largest expense. No matter how small or large the business, strategic management ...
Fiduciary Responsibilities
Key Facts Employers Need to Know Employers who offer 401(k) Profit Sharing Plans must meet standards of conduct and practice under ERISA, but misconceptions ...
Organizational Pressure Points
Why you should consider utilizing qualified HR Consultants to manage your organizational pressure points! Are you concerned with the direction your company ...
