Gain an understanding of the legal risks that are associated with the internet employee recruitment process.

With employer access to more information in the internet age, many have decided to utilize web-based social media outlets as a source of recruiting data for possible employees. However, in utilizing such sources of information, employers must be aware of the legal risks associated with accessing such internet avenues as part of their employee recruitment process. This course will cover the use of such recruitment tools and what legal limitations apply in this area to hopefully help you navigate the legal channels associated with the use of such sources of recruitment information.

Learning Objectives

• You will be able to define risk situations better.
• You will be able to identify legal issues associated with the use of social media as a recruiting tool.
• You will be able to recognize what laws may be implicated by your social media explorations.
• You will be able to explain to persons involved in the company’s hiring/recruitment process the best ways to utilize social media tools with the least legal risk.