Astra Human Resource Services
We provide superior quality human resources management. From maintaining personnel files to updating and maintaining your employee handbook, we help you run a structured business by providing the critical human resources pieces.
Our expertise allows for meticulous maintenance of personnel records and knowledgeable, professional advice on employee-related issues. Our flexibility allows us to provide you with personalized handbooks and personalized consultation. Our outstanding customer service gives you comfort knowing that our service team is available to assist you with personnel issues that may arise.
Astra Personnel/HR Records
Once new hire information is submitted to The Astra Group, permanent employee files are created and maintained on site.
Astra Hire, Discipline
The Astra Group is available to assist in the hiring and discipline process. However, the final decision lies in the authority of the client. Representatives are available to answer questions and assist as needed.
Astra Pay Rate Determination
The Astra Group can make market rates available to similar positions. The final determination of employee pay rates lies with the client.
Astra Vacation Leave Policies and Administration
Policies are set by client management. The Astra Group is available to assist in establishing the policy and can also provide sample policies. The Astra Group handles the administration on the policies set forth by client.
Astra Creation of a Branded Web-site for Employees
This branded web-site is created and maintained by The Astra Group where employees can obtain information regarding employee benefits and policies and procedures. Each employee will have direct access to an Associate page created specifically for client.
Astra Performance Review Processes
The Astra Group can help clients administer their process, or if one is not in place, The Astra Group will help to create a process. The Astra Group has performance review forms that will be made available to client.
Astra Exit Interview Program
The Astra Group can perform exit interviews for employees that are terminated or leave the client. Client has the final say on whether an exit interview is conducted for an employee.
Astra Employee Handbook
The Astra Group will create or update a handbook for the client. This handbook will be included in the new hire made available to the client. Each employee will have to sign off on the handbook and that documentation will be kept in the employee’s file.
Astra Work Scheduling
The client is responsible for scheduling the work of its employees based on their needs.
What Others Are Saying About PEO's
"A PEO serves as an outsourced human resources department for small and medium-sized businesses, assuming or sharing many of the responsibilities associated with being an employer, including administrative paperwork, HR responsibilities and employer liability management. Many full-service PEOs also offer depth of experience, sophisticated service and a comprehensive array of employee benefits that many small companies could not otherwise afford."
"Rely on a PEO for Benefits and More," Boston Herald, August 1, 2005