Providing consulting services to businesses seeking guidance with human resources policies and procedures, federal and state employment regulations, employee relations issues, and compensation and benefit programs.

Philosophy

Academic Research

With 20+ years of experience we are there to respond to your daily human resources questions and your needs for in-depth reviews of your HR programs, policies, procedures and philosophy.

Human Resources

Human Resources

Human Resources can be complex in today's business environment. Research Results, Inc. works with owners and management to get prompt answers to your HR needs so you can focus on your business. You decide the area that needs further review and we will be there to help.

Employee Relations

The approach taken when handling sensitive employee issues can make the difference between an amicable resolution and a law suit. Research Results, Inc. works with you in discussing and strategizing the best approach so your business and your employees are working well. Employee relations areas include:

  • performance management
  • employee grievances
  • progressive discipline
  • terminations
  • staffing associated with mergers and acquisitions
  • down-sizing

Compensation and Benefits

Designing flexible compensation and benefits programs allows employees to select what they value most and enables employers to "right-size" their compensation and benefits programs to attract, retain, and motivate the employees who make your business succeed.

  • Compensation and incentive programs
  • Performance reviews
  • Performance reviews

Employee Handbooks

Headaches and legal battles can be avoided with well written employee handbooks. Research Results, Inc. tailors your HR handbook to reflect your company philosophy while complying with federal and state employment laws. Some of the points addressed in an employee handbook include:

  • at-will employment
  • equal employment opportunity policies
  • non-discrimination policies
  • compensation policies
  • benefit programs
  • attendance and time off policies
  • protecting company property and proprietary information
  • compliance with federal and state employment laws
  • conveying the company philosophy
  • disclosures of company policies and procedures

Federal and State Employment Law

Protect you business by complying with federal and state employment laws.

  • Americans with Disability Act (ADA)
  • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • California Family Rights Act (CFRA)
  • California Fair Employment and Housing Act (CA-FEHA)
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
  • Continuation of Medical Benefits (COBRA)
  • Accrued Vacation Pay
  • Coordination of Paid Time Off with Leaves
  • Unemployment Insurance
  • State Disability Insurance (SDI)
  • Reasonable Accommodations
  • Medical Certifications

Program Reviews

HR programs, policies, procedures, workplace climate, and company philosophy can be assessed to ensure optimum efficiency and a connection between your business strategy, your employees, and your human resources programs. Areas for review include:

  • employee relations
  • performance reward systems
  • grievances
  • progressive discipline
  • policies and procedures
  • management guidelines
  • recruitment
  • compensation
  • benefits
  • workplace climate

Your people are the essential assets that bring success and a competitive edge to your business. Research Results, Inc. will help you develop an approach to human resources that fosters the best in your employees and your company.

Experience

Dr. Joyce has 20+ years of human resources experience acting as both a Director of Human Resource for The Scripps Research Institute for more than 10 years and as a consultant for 10+ years. In her role as a Director of Human Resources, Dr. Joyce managed a human resource staff of twelve and provided human resource services to 1500 employees ranging in position from landscape maintenance personnel to scientific Nobel Laureates. Dr. Joyce has managed HR functions including technical and academic recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, training and development, and human resource information systems.

Dr. Joyce has extensive experience developing and communicating compensation and benefits programs to board level executives and all levels of employees. Dr. Joyce has been involved in both a start-up of a new Human Resource department and the downsizing and restructuring of company departments ranging in size of 20 to 200 employees. Dr Joyce has a wide range of experience writing and communicating human resources policies, procedures and handbooks that comply with employment regulations.