How do I hire an employee?

Question

Hey guys,

Ok, I own a small business and I am currently hiring. One problem stands in my way though. How the hey do I hire someone? I'm sure there are processes I have to go through at the local state board of equalization or something similar. If someone knows please walk me through the procedures required to hire someone or link me to a page that can help me?

Sincerely,

Jason

Answer 1

put a help wanted sighn

Answer 2

Contact the department of employment and they have free workshop for people who are starting their business.

They days it is a good idea for you to have your employees go to the police department for a print out.  If they have nothing to hid it should not be a problem.  

Answer 3

If you're only hiring one person, then you will be exempt from a lot of the regulations, like providing a certain level of health care, etc.

Of course, all the equal opportunity stuff applies.

And the third thing, as you point out, is the taxes.  You will need to withhold taxes and social security, and also keep records of how much you paid out for when you do your own taxes.  If you have an accountant, they can advise you as to what you need to do.  Or you can start, for Federal taxes, at www.irs.gov and look for publications on hiring employees.  Ditto for your state tax website.