Intended for managers of child care programs, this brochure lists the basic components of a clearly defined personnel policy. The guide is based on the personnel practices and experiences of more than 1,200 Head Start programs serving over 442,000 children nationwide. Emphasis is given to staff recruitment, screening, and the selection process. Guidance is also briefly provided in the area of policies related to child abuse and neglect, and suggestions are offered on monitoring new staff performance. Also included in the brochure is a list of social services block grant state contacts for regions I through X. (RH)