Unless you have a signed contract or collective bargaining agreement with your employer, it is not obligated to offer you your previous job.
Author: Johnny C. Taylor Jr.
Is a shift in salary range appropriate and common? Ask HR
Employers regularly monitor labor market data to optimize salary structure. If your job was reclassified or shifted, the pay range may change.
Is ageism restricting my chance for promotion? Ask HR
The law requires candidates to be evaluated based on their skill, experience and merit instead of factors like age race, gender, or ethnicity.
I was fired after a bipolar episode at work: Do I have any recourse? Ask HR
While the ADA does protect employees from discriminatory actions based on disabilities, it does not completely shield employees from adverse action.
Would I burn bridges by accepting a counteroffer and turning down a new job? Ask HR
Carefully analyzing the reasons you are seeking to leave your current employer may help determine if accepting a counteroffer is beneficial to you.
Am I qualified to mentor co-workers? Ask HR
Mentoring programs are a great development tool for mentees and mentors alike. There are many ways to mentor without being a seasoned veteran.
How do I support employees’ caregiving needs? Ask HR
Amid the labor shortage, many companies are realizing how important personal responsibilities like caregiving are affecting worker availability.
How can I boost my salary at my current job? Ask HR
If you love your job and feel like you should be paid more, there are ways to make it happen. Be prepared to lay out your case for a higher salary.
I regret leaving my job: How do I get it back? Ask HR
Many people transitioned to new jobs during the pandemic. Many suffer from quitter’s remorse. Some employees are trying to return to their old jobs.
Should I reveal my felony conviction during a job search? Ask HR
It’s better to bring up a felony during the interview process than have the hiring manager find out another way.