Alaska HR generalist employment contract template

Alaska HR Generalist Employment Contract

This Full-Time HR Generalist Employment Agreement ("Agreement") is made and effective as of [Date] by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Position

• The Employer hires the Employee as a Full-Time HR Generalist, based in Alaska.
• Option A: The primary work location is [Work Location], Alaska.
• Option B: This position is designated as remote, with required travel to [Location(s)], Alaska.
• Option C: This position is a hybrid role, with [Number] days per week required at [Work Location], Alaska.

2. Job Description

• The Employee's core responsibilities as HR Generalist include, but are not limited to: employee relations, benefits administration (including navigating Alaska insurance markets), recruitment and hiring (considering Alaska’s labor pool and seasonal trends), compliance with federal (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, OSHA) and Alaska state labor laws and reporting, maintenance of personnel records in accordance with Alaska statutory retention periods, support of union negotiations (if applicable), handling workplace safety (referencing Alaska Occupational Safety and Health rules), facilitating HR training, onboarding/offboarding, and serving as liaison to regulatory agencies (e.g., Alaska Department of Labor).

3. Reporting Structure

• The Employee will report to [Reporting Manager Name and Title], located at [Location of Reporting Manager].
• The Employee will also collaborate with [Other Teams/Departments] on HR matters.

4. Work Location and Travel

• The official work location is [Specific Address in Alaska].
• Option A: The position requires on-site work.
• Option B: The position is fully remote.
• Option C: The position is hybrid.
• Travel between worksites within Alaska may be required. The Employer will reimburse pre-approved travel expenses. The Employer will provide and maintain emergency protocols.

5. Employment Type and Hours

• This is a full-time position.
• Standard work hours are [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Overtime will be compensated at 1.5x the regular rate, compliant with Alaska Stat. Ann. § 23.10.060 et seq.
• Option A: On-call or after-hours coverage may be required as needed.
• Option B: On-call or after-hours coverage is not required.

6. Compensation

• The Employee's base [Salary/Hourly Wage] is [Amount], paid [Pay Period Frequency].
• Option A: The Employee is eligible for merit-based increases based on performance.
• Option B: The Employee is eligible for an annual bonus, subject to company performance and individual goals.
• Overtime, when applicable, will be calculated at 1.5x the regular rate as per Alaska law.

7. Benefits

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (including Alaska-specific plans).
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution [Percentage or Amount].
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days).
  • Observance of Alaska state holidays (e.g., Seward’s Day, Alaska Day).
  • Option A: Floating holidays to accommodate diverse cultures/Native Corporations.
  • Option B: Remote work stipend.
  • Option C: Housing allowance.

8. Mandatory Leave

• The Employee is entitled to mandatory leave as per Alaska Stat. Ann. § 23.10.500 et seq., including: pregnancy/parental leave, domestic violence leave, jury duty, and voting leave.

9. Confidentiality

• The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all personnel records, sensitive employee data (including compliance with the Alaska Personal Information Protection Act, AS 45.48), and proprietary business information.

10. Workplace Investigations

• The Employee will adhere to company policies and procedures for workplace investigations, including complaints, harassment, and safety concerns, referencing Alaska’s anti-discrimination statutes (AS 18.80.220). Timely reporting to the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights is required when necessary.

11. Intellectual Property

• All intellectual property and work product created by the Employee during employment related to policies, training materials, and forms are owned by the Employer.

12. Code of Conduct

• The Employee will adhere to a code of conduct covering ethical recruitment, impartiality, prohibition on retaliation, compliance with company and Alaska labor regulations.

13. Non-Solicitation/Non-Compete

• Option A: Non-solicitation and non-compete provisions are included in a separate agreement.
• Option B: This agreement does not contain non-solicitation or non-compete provisions.

14. At-Will Employment

• Employment is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to Alaska law.
• Upon termination, the Employer will provide a final wage payment within the timeframe mandated by AS 23.05.140.
• The Employee will return all company property, HR files, and confidential data upon termination.

15. Grievance and Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising from this Agreement will be resolved through internal complaint escalation, followed by voluntary mediation and, if necessary, arbitration. Jurisdiction shall be in Alaska and venue in [City], Alaska.

16. Workers' Compensation and Safety

• The Employee is covered by Alaska workers’ compensation laws.
• The Employee must comply with all mandatory safety and statutory training requirements, including ADEC and AKOSH/OSHA standards.

17. Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

• The Employer maintains a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment, complying with Alaska and federal laws, including AS 18.80.
• The Employee is responsible for enforcing this policy, documenting incidents, and reporting appropriately.

18. Training and Certification

• The Employer will provide access to required training and certification for Alaska HR professionals (e.g., SHRM/PHR, Alaska state labor law updates, tribal HR matters).

19. Union Relationships

• Option A: This position will require compliance with Alaska Public Employees’ Relations Act (PERA) or National Labor Relations Act, as applicable.
• Option B: Union representation is not applicable to this position.

20. Electronic HR Platforms

• The Employee will use electronic HR platforms in accordance with security and privacy protocols specific to Alaska’s operational environment.

21. Amendments

• This Agreement may be amended in writing and signed by both parties.

22. Governing Law

• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska.

[Employer Representative Name and Title] [Date]

[Employee Full Legal Name] [Date]