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Recruiting: Rhode Island

Recruiting requirements for other states

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Jessica Sussman

Summary

  • Employers should be sure employee referrals do not result in violations of the Rhode Island Fair Employment Practices Act (FEPA). See Employee Referrals.
  • Eemployers should be cautious about the language and pictures depicted in job advertisements in order to avoid violations of FEPA. See Advertising Dos and Don'ts.
  • The state has a "smokers' rights" statute that employers must not run afoul of during the recruitment process. See Smokers' Rights.
  • Rhode Island employers may grant a hiring preference to veterans who have received an honorable or general discharge. See Veterans Preference.
  • Rhode Island protects homeless job applicants in Rhode Island from discrimination. See Homelessness - Housing Status.
  • Rhode Island independent contractors are not entitled to the same benefits or protections as employees. Rhode Island relies on the IRS test for independent contractor status. See Independent Contractors.
  • Employers should adhere to all laws regarding the employment of minors including prohibited hours and occupations. See Underage Workers.