04 May How Do We Hire a Temporary Employee?
Question: We have an employee who is going on a leave of absence. We will need to hire a temporary employee to cover those duties. What do we need to know about hiring a temporary employee?
Answer: The process for hiring a temporary employee is like hiring regular employees. You will post the position, go through a selection process, ensure all necessary new hire paperwork is completed, and onboard the temporary employee. Just be sure you are clear in the job posting and during the interviews that the position is temporary. If you know the length of the assignment, you should mention it.
Of course, there is also the option of using an agency to assist you with the process. There would be a cost, but they would likely be able to find you a temporary employee faster than you would using your usual process. They would also handle most of the typical employment-related paperwork.
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