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Free Human Resources Hotline

December 4, 2023 by Michael Simkins

SLO Cal Careers has partnered with the California Employers Association to provide San Luis Obispo County employers with a no-cost human resources hotline. Get advice on:

  • Hiring and firing best practices
  • Paid sick leave laws
  • Wage and hour laws
  • Employee handbook policies
  • HR compliance
  • Accommodations in the workplace
  • And much more!

HR Directors are available for San Luis Obispo County Employers
Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Call 888.710.0905.

This WIOA Title I financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. California Relay Service 711 or 1-800-735-2922 (English) 1-800-855-3000 (Spanish).

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