Instructions ASSIGNMENT #2: UNION REPRESENTATION MEMO Union Representation Memo (Paper) (25%) 4 ...

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Instructions ASSIGNMENT #2: UNION REPRESENTATION MEMO Union Representation Memo (Paper) (25%) 4 pages, not including cover or References pages. This assignment allows you to demonstrate mastery of course outcomes 1, 2 and 3: identify, interpret, and apply rules and policies governing the labor relations process. research and prepare background materials to support the labor relations process. differentiate between unionized and nonunionized environments in order to maintain legal compliance. You have recently joined an organization in an entry level HR position. The organization is now subject to union representation. You have been asked by your supervisor to write a brief memo for your HR colleagues that provides an overview of the expectations for managing human resources in a unionized environment. Your memo must address the following: The differences, from the organization’s perspective, in operating in a union-free environment versus a unionized environment. The rights of the union, management, and employees. The impacts of the union on human resource functions, including: Work restructuring Performance Management Employee Discipline and Job Security Wages and Benefits Health and Safety Any costs the organization may expect based upon these impacts. ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS: Please submit your assignments on time as an attachment in your assignment dropbox in the course. Your assignments cannot be accepted via messages or email. Respond to all questions on a new, blank word processing document (such as MS Word). Develop each answer to the fullest extent possible, discussing the nuances of each topic and presenting your arguments logically. You are expected to demonstrate critical thinking skills, as well as an understanding of the issues identified. Some questions may also require personal reflection and practical application. Your responses will be evaluated for content as well as grammar and punctuation. All writing must be your original work. PLEASE do not copy or quote anything. Sources are just that, a reference. Once you locate the information, read and interpret the data. What does it mean to you? Type your own thoughts and own words. Then, include in-text citations to support your ideas. This is not a research paper. FORMAT: Use an approved professional writing format, such as MLA, APA, or Chicago style. Each response should include a cover page with name, date, and title of assignment. Do not include the original questions or assignment directions. Write in complete sentences, 12-point font, double-spaced and spell-checked. Add headings to define each section. Include both end and in-text citations with a minimum of 3 scholarly references and class content resources to support your arguments.