Alaska employment contract template

Alaska Employment Contract

This Employment Contract is made and entered into as of this [Date of Signing], by and between:

[Employer Name], a [Employer Legal Entity Status, e.g., Corporation, LLC], with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (hereinafter referred to as "Employer"), and

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (hereinafter referred to as "Employee").

1. Worksite Location and Remote Work

The Employee's primary worksite will be located at: [Worksite Physical Address].

Remote work:

• Option A: Remote work is not permitted under this agreement.
• Option B: Remote work is permitted subject to the Employer's Remote Work Policy.
• Option C: Hybrid work arrangement: [Describe the hybrid arrangement].

2. Position and Responsibilities

Employee is hired as a [Job Title] within the [Department] Department, reporting to [Supervisor Name].

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• [List of Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties].

Work Schedule:

• The Employee's expected work schedule is [Number] days per week, [Number] hours per day, for a total of [Number] hours per week. Specific work hours are [Start Time] to [End Time].

Employment Type:

• Option A: Full-time.
• Option B: Part-time.
• Option C: Temporary.
• Option D: Seasonal.
• Option E: Internship.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Classification:

• Option A: Exempt.
• Option B: Non-Exempt.

Union Representation:

• Option A: This position is subject to union representation by [Union Name].
• Option B: This position is not subject to union representation.

3. Term of Employment

Option A: At-Will Employment

• This is an at-will employment relationship. This means that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable laws.

Option B: Fixed-Term Employment

• The term of this employment shall commence on [Start Date] and end on [End Date].
• Renewal/Extension:
  • Option 1: This agreement may be renewed for subsequent terms upon mutual written agreement of both parties.
  • Option 2: Renewal is contingent upon meeting the following performance metrics: [List Performance Metrics].

4. Compensation and Benefits

Wage:

• Option A: Hourly: [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Salary: [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Option C: Commission: [Commission Structure].
• Option D: Piece Rate: [Payment Structure].

Payment Frequency:

• Option A: Weekly.
• Option B: Bi-weekly.
• Option C: Monthly.

Pay Calculation Method: [Describe Pay Calculation Method].

Overtime:

The Employee is [Eligible/Ineligible] for overtime pay. Non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times their regular rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours in a workday or forty (40) hours in a workweek, as required by Alaska law.

Bonus/Incentive Compensation:

• Option A: The Employee is eligible for a bonus as outlined in the Employer's Bonus Plan. [Details of Bonus Plan].
• Option B: The Employee is not eligible for a bonus.

Allowances:

• Option A: Travel Allowance: [Details of Travel Allowance].
• Option B: Meals Allowance: [Details of Meals Allowance].
• Option C: Housing Allowance: [Details of Housing Allowance].

Deductions and Withholdings:

All applicable federal, state, and local taxes, as well as other legally required or authorized deductions, will be withheld from the Employee's pay.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance:
  • [ ] Medical Insurance
  • [ ] Dental Insurance
  • [ ] Vision Insurance
• Paid Leave:
  • [ ] Vacation Leave: [Accrual and Use Terms].
  • [ ] Holiday Leave: [List of Holidays].
  • [ ] Sick Leave: [Accrual and Use Terms].
  • [ ] Family and Medical Leave: [Compliance with FMLA and any additional Alaska provisions].
  • [ ] Bereavement Leave: [Number of Days].
• Retirement/Pension Plans:
  • [ ] 401(k) Plan: [Contribution Details].
  • [ ] Pension Plan: [Details of Pension Plan].
• Optional Supplemental Insurance: [List of Options].
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  • [ ] EAP available.

5. Compliance with Employer Policies

Employee Handbook: The Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of the Employer's Employee Handbook, which is incorporated herein by reference.

Codes of Conduct and Workplace Behavior: The Employee agrees to adhere to the Employer's codes of conduct and workplace behavior policies.

Use of Company Property: The Employee agrees to use company property responsibly and in accordance with Employer policies.

Attendance and Timekeeping: The Employee agrees to maintain accurate timekeeping records and adhere to the Employer's attendance policy.

Alcohol/Substance Use Policy: The Employee agrees to comply with the Employer's alcohol and substance use policy.

Harassment-Free Workplace: The Employer is committed to providing a harassment-free workplace, and the Employee agrees to comply with the Employer's anti-harassment policy.

6. Intellectual Property

Ownership: All works, inventions, and discoveries created by the Employee during the course of employment shall be the sole and exclusive property of the Employer.

Assignment: The Employee agrees to assign all rights, title, and interest in such works, inventions, and discoveries to the Employer.

Disclosure: The Employee agrees to promptly disclose all works, inventions, and discoveries to the Employer.

7. Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to hold confidential all trade secrets and sensitive business information of the Employer, both during and after employment. This includes, but is not limited to, [List specific examples of confidential information].

8. Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation/Conflict of Interest

Non-Compete:

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to engage in any business activity that is competitive with the Employer's business within [Geographic Area] for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment. The scope of prohibited activity includes: [Description of prohibited activities].
• Option B: This section is not applicable.

Non-Solicitation:

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's clients or employees for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option B: This section is not applicable.

Conflict of Interest:

The Employee agrees to disclose any potential conflicts of interest to the Employer.

9. Separation and Termination

Voluntary Resignation: The Employee shall provide the Employer with [Number] days' written notice of resignation.

Termination by Employer: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment with or without cause, subject to applicable laws.

Severance/Final Pay:

• Option A: Upon termination, the Employee will be eligible for severance pay as outlined in the Employer's Severance Policy.
• Option B: Upon termination, the Employee will receive final pay in accordance with Alaska law.

Return of Company Property: Upon termination, the Employee shall return all company property to the Employer.

Termination shall not be based on unlawful discrimination or retaliation in violation of the Alaska Human Rights Act.

10. Dispute Resolution

Internal Complaint and Grievance Procedures: The Employer has established internal complaint and grievance procedures for resolving workplace disputes.

Mediation:

• Option A: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this agreement shall be submitted to mediation before resorting to litigation or arbitration.
• Option B: This section is not applicable.

Arbitration:

• Option A: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
• Option B: This section is not applicable.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction: This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska. Any legal action arising out of or relating to this agreement shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Alaska.

11. Workplace Safety and Workers' Compensation

The Employer is committed to providing a safe workplace in compliance with Alaska Occupational Safety and Health (AKOSH) requirements.

The Employee agrees to report any workplace injuries to the Employer immediately.

The Employee is covered by workers' compensation insurance as required by Alaska law.

12. Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity Employment

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other protected category under federal and Alaska law, including the Alaska Human Rights Act.

13. Compliance with Immigration and Employment Eligibility Verification

The Employee must provide documentation verifying their identity and eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, and complete Form I-9.

Background Check:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
• Option B: This section is not applicable.

Drug Screening:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon a negative drug screening.
• Option B: This section is not applicable.

14. Entire Agreement

This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.

15. Amendment

This agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both parties.

16. Interpretation and Severability

If any provision of this agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17. Waiver

No waiver of any provision of this agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver is sought to be enforced.

18. Notices

All notices required or permitted under this agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally or sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the addresses set forth above.

Signatures

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

____________________________
[Employer Name]

By: ____________________________
[Employer Representative Name]
[Employer Representative Title]

____________________________
[Employee Name]

Acknowledgment

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On this [Day] day of [Month], [Year], before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of Alaska, personally appeared [Employer Representative Name], known to me to be the [Employer Representative Title] of [Employer Name] and [Employee Name], personally known to me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the individual(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument, the individual(s), or the person upon behalf of which the individual(s) acted, executed the instrument.

____________________________
Notary Public
My commission expires: [Date]

Addendum

• [ ] Addendum for Executive Employees
• [ ] Addendum for Union Employees