SF Local-Hire Regulations

Understanding San Francisco’s local-hire regulations is a must for anyone navigating the city’s complex labor landscape. This course walks you through a variety of ordinances, giving you the tools to stay compliant and avoid penalties. It starts with the San Francisco Minimum Wage Ordinance, which sets wages higher than both state and federal standards. You’ll learn how to calculate wages, what employers are required to communicate to staff, and the consequences of non-compliance, all enforced by the Office of Labor Standards Enforcement.

Next, the course covers the Paid Sick Leave Ordinance, explaining how employees accrue and use sick leave, what employers must provide, and the penalties for failing to meet these obligations. The Health Care Security Ordinance is also explored, including employer healthcare spending requirements, employee eligibility, reporting duties, potential exemptions, and enforcement.

The Family Friendly Workplace Ordinance is another focus, teaching how employees can request flexible arrangements for caregiving, how employers should respond, and the protections against retaliation. Participants also learn about the San Francisco Commuter Benefits Ordinance, which requires employers to offer commuter perks, with guidance on compliance and reporting. Finally, the course addresses the Fair Chance Ordinance, which restricts employers from asking about criminal history until after a conditional job offer, emphasizing individualized assessments and anti-retaliation rules.

By the end of the course, participants walk away with a clear understanding of SF’s local-hire regulations and practical strategies to ensure compliance across all these areas.