Alabama HR generalist employment contract template

Alabama HR Generalist Employment Contract

This Alabama Full-Time HR Generalist Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Company Name], a [State] corporation with its principal place of business at [Company Address] (the "Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (the "Employee").

Position

• The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time HR Generalist.
• Option A: The Employee accepts such employment and agrees to perform the duties and responsibilities set forth herein and as otherwise assigned by the Employer.
• Option B: Title: HR Generalist (Full-Time).

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Employee's duties and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to:
  • Recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
  • Employee relations, including addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts.
  • Administering benefits and leave programs in accordance with Alabama and federal law, including FMLA eligibility as applicable.
  • Maintaining personnel records, including EEO-1 and OSHA records, ensuring compliance with Alabama labor requirements on record-keeping, wage disclosures, and employment verification.
  • Administering payroll and timekeeping systems.
  • Drafting or assisting with workplace policies in compliance with Alabama Child Labor Law and the Alabama Workers' Compensation Act.
  • Conducting investigations into workplace complaints (e.g., harassment, discrimination) with explicit reference to anti-discrimination policies as required by Title VII and Alabama anti-discrimination standards.
  • Facilitating state- and federally mandated training (such as harassment prevention or safety training).
• Option A: The Employee shall perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Employer from time to time.
• Option B: The employee is expected to dedicate 10% of their time to [Specific task].

Qualifications

• The Employee represents and warrants that they possess the following qualifications:
  • Familiarity with Alabama-specific labor statutes.
  • Experience in handling unemployment claims in line with Alabama Department of Labor regulations.
  • [Number] years of experience in Human Resources.
• Option A: Preferred Certification: PHR, SHRM-CP.
• Option B: Required Certification: SHRM-CP.

Reporting Structure & Department

• The Employee shall report directly to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title].
• Option A: The Employee will be part of the Human Resources Department.
• Option B: The employee will need to collaborate with [Department Name] team on certain tasks.

Work Location

• The Employee's primary work location shall be the Employer's facility located at [Company Address], Alabama.
• Option A: Remote work or hybrid arrangements will be governed by the Employer's Remote Work Policy.
• Option B: The employee is required to work on site all five days of the week.

Full-Time Employment and Work Hours

• The Employee's employment shall be full-time.
• The Employee's expected weekly work hours are [Number], Monday through Friday.
• Option A: Overtime shall be paid in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable Alabama wage and hour rules.
• Option B: The position is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime.

Compensation

• The Employee's base [Annual Salary or Hourly Wage] shall be [Dollar Amount].
• The employee will be paid [Bi-weekly or Semi-monthly].
• Option A: Eligibility for performance-based bonuses shall be determined by the Employer in its sole discretion.
• Option B: The employee will receive [Bonus Amount] annually as a bonus, given that certain goals are met.

Benefits

• The Employee shall be eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the Employer's benefit plans:
  • Group health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) or other retirement plan.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Alabama state holidays.
• Option A: The Employee will also be eligible for professional development reimbursements specifically for SHRM certifications or Alabama HR conferences.
• Option B: The employee will also be eligible for short-term disability insurance.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

• The Employee acknowledges that they will have access to confidential information, including employee records, compensation data, and internal investigations.
• Option A: The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of such information both during and after employment.
• Option B: The employee will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement.

Behavioral and Ethical Standards

• The Employee shall adhere to the Employer's anti-harassment and EEO policies, in line with federal law and Alabama's anti-discrimination rules.
• The employee should adhere to all company code of conduct rules in HR investigations and disciplinary matters.
• Option A: The Employee shall maintain impartiality in resolving internal disputes or grievances.
• Option B: The employee must complete annual ethics training.

Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure

• The Employee agrees that, during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, they shall not solicit employees of the Employer.
• The employee will not disclose proprietary HR practices or sensitive workplace data.
• Option A: This section does not prevent the employee from disclosing matters required by law.
• Option B: This clause is void and unenforceable.

At-Will Employment

• The Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.
• Option A: The employee must provide two weeks' notice if they want to resign.
• Option B: The employer is not required to provide any reason if they want to terminate the employment relationship.

Performance Evaluation and Disciplinary Action

• The Employee's performance shall be evaluated [Frequency].
• Option A: The Employer may take disciplinary action, up to and including termination, for any violation of company policy or unsatisfactory performance.
• Option B: If an employee is being disciplined, there must be another HR representative present as a witness.

Dispute Resolution

• Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through [Mediation or Arbitration] in [City], Alabama.
• Option A: This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alabama.
• Option B: The venue will be in [County Name] County, Alabama.

Workplace Health and Safety

• The Employer shall comply with all applicable Alabama workplace health and safety laws, including the Alabama Workers’ Compensation Act.
• Option A: The employer will support employee mental health resources as appropriate for HR professionals.
• Option B: The employee is required to complete annual safety training.

Anti-Harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity

• The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal and Alabama law.
• Option A: The HR Generalist’s role is to support policy rollout, documentation, and investigation of complaints.
• Option B: The employee must immediately report any instance of potential discrimination.

E-Verify

• The Employer participates in E-Verify and complies with Alabama's mandatory use of E-Verify in hiring.
• Option A: The HR Generalist is responsible for I-9 verification and onboarding.
• Option B: The company uses [Company Name] as an E-Verify agent.

Entire Agreement

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.
• Option A: The contract may be modified, but in writing.
• Option B: If any part of the contract is deemed illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the contract shall remain in full effect.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Company Name]

By: [Name]

Title: [Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature:

Date: