Minimize Risk and Protect Your Business
HR Compliance & Risk Management
"Small and medium sized businesses deserve big-business HR solutions scaled to their unique needs. By reducing HR stress points, I create the space for more business success—bringing enterprise-level expertise without the enterprise-level complexity or cost."
~ Katie Jipp, MS, PHR
Navigate Complex Regulations with Confidence
Stay Ahead of Changing Regulations with Proactive Compliance Solutions
Employment laws and regulations are constantly evolving at federal, state, and local levels. For growing businesses without dedicated compliance resources, keeping up with these changes while running daily operations can be overwhelming. Our compliance solutions help you navigate these complexities, minimize risk, and create fair, legally sound workplace practices that protect both your business and your employees. Stay Ahead of Changing Regulations with Proactive Compliance Solutions
Small and Mid-Size Companies Face Common Compliance Challenges
- Regulatory complexity - Staying current with frequently changing employment laws
- Limited expertise - Lack of specialized knowledge in HR compliance requirements
- Insufficient documentation - Inadequate policies, handbooks, and record-keeping systems
- Inconsistent practices - Varied manager approaches create potential liability
- Reactive approaches - Addressing compliance only after problems arise
Katie Jipp Consulting understands these challenges. With 20 years of experience working with growing businesses, Katie provides tailored compliance solutions that help you:
- Assess current compliance - Identify gaps and vulnerabilities in existing practices and policies
- Develop comprehensive policies - Create clear, legally sound workplace guidelines
- Implement consistent processes - Ensure fair and compliant handling of employment matters
- Train managers and employees - Build understanding of compliance requirements
Stay ahead of changes - Maintain awareness of evolving regulations
Benefits of Strategic Compliance Management
- Reduced legal risk - Minimize exposure to costly claims, lawsuits, and penalties
- Enhanced reputation - Demonstrate commitment to ethical workplace practices
- Improved decision-making - Make consistent, legally sound employment decisions
- Increased employee trust - Build confidence through fair and transparent policies
- Better business focus - Address compliance proactively rather than through crisis management
Compliance Expertise You Can Count On
HR Certification, PHR Institute
Katie's PHR certification validates her thorough understanding of employment regulations and compliance best practices. This credential requires demonstrated proficiency in risk management, policy development, and documentation requirements. With Katie's certified expertise and two decades of experience navigating evolving regulations, your organization benefits from compliance solutions that protect your business while supporting a positive workplace culture.
"Compliance creates a foundation of trust. When employees know you're doing things right, they feel secure enough to innovate, take risks, and fully engage with your mission." ~ Katie Jipp, MS, PHR
Comprehensive HR Compliance Services for Growing Businesses
Compliance Audits
Policy Development
Policy Development
We conduct thorough reviews of your current HR practices, policies, and documentation to identify areas of potential risk. These comprehensive audits examine everything from hiring practices and wage compliance to leave administration and termination procedures, providing clear recommendations for addressing any gaps.
Policy Development
Policy Development
Policy Development
Well-crafted, legally compliant policies form the foundation of effective risk management. We develop customized employee handbooks and standalone policies that address all relevant regulations while reflecting your organization's unique culture and operational needs. All policies are written in clear, accessible language that employees can easily understand.
Training and Education
Training and Education
Training and Education
Compliance begins with awareness. We provide targeted training for both managers and employees on critical compliance topics including harassment prevention, discrimination, wage and hour requirements, leave laws, and appropriate documentation practices. Our interactive training approaches ensure participants understand their responsibilities.
Legal Updates
Training and Education
Training and Education
Employment laws change frequently, making it challenging to stay current. We provide regular updates on relevant regulatory changes, helping you understand how new requirements impact your business and what steps you need to take to maintain compliance. Our proactive approach helps you adapt to changes before they become compliance issues.
Katie Jipp's Top 5 Recommendations to Evaluate Compliance
Essential HR Compliance Checks to Protect Your Business
When assessing your organization's compliance health, focus on these five critical areas that frequently create liability for small and mid-sized businesses:
- Documentation Practices
Inadequate documentation is often the downfall in employment disputes. Review your record-keeping systems for performance issues, policy violations, accommodation requests, and leave administration. Documentation should be contemporaneous, factual, and specific. Look for patterns of managers avoiding documentation or using subjective rather than objective language.
- Wage and Hour Compliance
Wage and hour violations represent the most common and costly compliance failures. Audit your employee classifications (exempt vs. non-exempt), overtime practices, meal and rest break policies, and timekeeping systems. Pay particular attention to "off-the-clock" work, including remote work, travel time, and pre/post-shift activities that may require compensation.
- Hiring and Termination Processes
The beginning and end of the employment relationship present significant compliance risks. Evaluate your job applications, interview procedures, background check processes, and offer letters for potential legal pitfalls. Similarly, review termination procedures to ensure consistency, documentation of legitimate business reasons, and appropriate final pay practices.
- Policy Communication and Enforcement
Having policies isn't enough—they must be consistently communicated and enforced. Assess how policies are distributed, acknowledged, and accessed by employees. Look for inconsistencies in enforcement across departments or managers, as these disparities often form the basis for discrimination claims
- Manager Training Effectiveness
Frontline managers make daily decisions that impact compliance. Evaluate whether your managers understand their compliance responsibilities regarding discrimination, harassment, accommodations, and leave administration. Regular training is essential, but equally important is assessing whether managers apply this knowledge consistently in their daily interactions.
Regular evaluation of these five areas can help identify compliance vulnerabilities before they develop into costly problems. Consider conducting a comprehensive compliance audit annually and whenever significant regulatory changes occur.
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Protecting your business from compliance risks starts with a proactive approach. Whether you need a thorough compliance audit, policy development, or targeted training, Katie Jipp Consulting provides expert guidance tailored to your organization's needs. Don't wait until compliance issues become costly problems—schedule a consultation today and take the first step toward a legally sound, well-managed workplace.
"An employee handbook shouldn't gather dust on a shelf. I help you create living documents that clearly communicate expectations while capturing the heart of what makes your organization special." ~ Katie Jipp, MS, PHR
Discover how strategic HR solutions can transform your business. Let's discuss your unique needs and how we can help you focus on what matters most.
Katie Jipp, MS, PHR
Human Resources Consultant
Katie Jipp, MS, PHR
Human Resources Consultant
(563) 508-3260
Katie Jipp Consulting Corp.
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