Arizona IT assistant employment contract template

Arizona IT Assistant Employment Contract

This Arizona IT Assistant Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Name], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address], [Employer City], Arizona, [Employer Zip Code] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], [Employee City], Arizona, [Employee Zip Code] ("Employee").

1. Employment

• Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with Employer, as a full-time IT Assistant.
• Option B: Employer hereby employs Employee, and Employee hereby accepts employment with Employer, as a part-time IT Assistant, working [Number] hours per week.

2. Job Description

• The Employee’s primary responsibility is to serve as an IT Assistant within the employer’s Arizona-based operations. The duties of the IT Assistant may include, but are not limited to:
  • User desktop support: Troubleshooting and resolving user issues related to computer hardware, software, and peripherals.
  • Hardware and software troubleshooting and installation: Installing, configuring, and maintaining computer systems, software applications, and related hardware.
  • Network connectivity maintenance: Assisting with network troubleshooting, connectivity issues, and maintaining network infrastructure.
  • IT inventory management: Tracking and managing IT assets, including hardware, software licenses, and related documentation.
  • Basic cybersecurity monitoring: Monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities, and assisting with implementing security measures.
  • Management of helpdesk tickets: Responding to and resolving helpdesk tickets in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Onboarding/offboarding technical procedures: Assisting with the technical aspects of employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Local data backup protocols: Implementing and maintaining local data backup procedures.
  • Compliance with Arizona-specific data privacy laws: Ensuring compliance with Arizona's data privacy laws, including notification duties under the Arizona Data Breach Notification Law.
  • Printer and peripheral maintenance: Maintaining and troubleshooting printers, scanners, and other peripheral devices.
  • Tracking and escalation procedures for advanced incidents: Identifying, tracking, and escalating complex IT issues to senior IT staff.
  • Participation in required ongoing IT training: Participating in ongoing IT training to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices.
  • Support for compliance with sector-specific rules: Supporting compliance with sector-specific rules, such as HIPAA in healthcare settings or FERPA in educational employers.

3. Reporting Structure

• Option A: The Employee will report directly to the [IT Manager Name], IT Manager, based in [City], Arizona.
• Option B: The Employee will report directly to the [Department Head Name], [Department Name].

4. Work Location

• Option A: The primary work location for the Employee shall be the Employer’s office located at [Employer Address], [Employer City], Arizona.
• Option B: The Employee’s work arrangement will be hybrid, requiring [Number] days per week in the office located at [Employer Address], [Employer City], Arizona.
• Option C: The Employee’s work arrangement will be fully remote. For remote work, Employee must maintain a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable workspace. Employer-provided equipment includes [List of equipment, e.g., Laptop, Monitor, Headset]. Technical support will be available via [Communication Method, e.g., Phone, Email] at [Contact Information].

5. Work Schedule

• Option A: The normal work schedule for the Employee will be Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.
• Option B: The normal work schedule for the Employee will be [Days of the week], from [Start Time] to [End Time], with [Break Details].

6. Employment Type

• The employment relationship between Employer and Employee is full-time.

7. Work Hours & Overtime

• Option A: The Employee’s normal weekly work hours will be 40 hours per week. Overtime, if required, will be compensated at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee’s regular hourly rate, as required by Arizona Revised Statutes. Any overtime must be pre-approved in writing by [Supervisor Title].
• Option B: The Employee’s normal weekly work hours will be [Number] hours per week. Overtime, if required, will be compensated as required by Arizona law.

8. Compensation

• Option A: The Employer shall pay the Employee a base salary of [Salary Amount] per year, payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly, semi-monthly].
• Option B: The Employer shall pay the Employee an hourly wage of [Hourly Wage] per hour, payable [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly, semi-monthly].
• Employee may be eligible for performance-based bonuses, based on the achievement of pre-defined goals and objectives. The specific terms and conditions of any bonus plan will be communicated separately.
• Option C: Employee may be eligible for shift differential pay of [Amount or Percentage] for hours worked during [Specific Shifts].

9. Benefits

• Option A: The Employee will be eligible to participate in the Employer's health, dental, and vision insurance plans, subject to the terms and conditions of those plans. Details regarding eligibility and enrollment will be provided separately.
• Option B: The Employee will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of [Number] days per year.
• The Employee will accrue paid sick leave as mandated under Arizona's Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act.
• The Employer observes the following paid holidays: [List of Holidays].
• The Employee may be eligible to participate in the Employer's 401(k) plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.
• The Employer may offer reimbursement for IT certification exams and continuing technical training opportunities, subject to pre-approval and budget availability.
• Option C: The Employer may offer a transportation stipend for onsite IT support across multiple Arizona locations.

10. Intellectual Property & Confidentiality

• All documentation, source code, scripts, internal procedures, network configurations, and technical solutions developed or maintained by the Employee as part of their role remain the sole and exclusive property of the Employer. The Employee agrees to assign all rights, title, and interest in such intellectual property to the Employer.
• The Employee shall obtain written approval from the Employer before contributing to open-source projects or using third-party licensed software in connection with their employment.
• The Employee acknowledges that they will have access to confidential and proprietary information of the Employer, including trade secrets, customer lists, financial information, and business strategies. The Employee agrees to hold such information in strict confidence and not to disclose it to any third party, either during or after their employment.

11. Data Security

• The Employee shall comply with all of the Employer's cybersecurity policies and procedures, including regular system password renewals and incident reporting procedures.
• The Employee shall immediately notify the Employer of any suspected data breach or security incident. The Employee shall cooperate fully with the Employer in investigating and responding to any such incident.
• The Employee shall handle and destroy sensitive employee, customer, or student data (depending on the Employer’s sector) in a secure manner, in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Use of company devices for personal activities is [Prohibited/Limited to...].

12. At-Will Employment

• The Employee's employment with the Employer 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 the provisions of Arizona law.

13. Termination

• Option A: In the event of voluntary resignation, the Employee shall provide the Employer with at least two (2) weeks' written notice.
• Option B: In the event of termination by the Employer, the Employee will be paid their final wages within seven (7) working days or the next regular payday, whichever comes first, as required by Arizona law.
• Upon termination of employment, the Employee shall immediately return all company property, including computers, mobile devices, documents, and other materials. The Employee shall also remove any company software from their personal devices.
• The Employee's obligations with respect to confidentiality and intellectual property shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

14. Background Checks & Drug Testing

• Option A: The Employee's employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
• Option B: This position requires a fingerprint clearance card due to [Reason].

15. Non-Compete & Non-Solicitation

• Option A: The Employee agrees that during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following the termination of their employment, they will not, directly or indirectly, engage in any business that competes with the Employer within a [Number] mile radius of the Employer's principal place of business. This restriction applies to trade secrets, customer lists, and technical systems unique to the Employer.
• Option B: The Employee agrees that during their employment and for a period of [Number] months following the termination of their employment, they will not solicit any employees or customers of the Employer to leave their employment or business relationship with the Employer.
• The parties acknowledge that the restrictions in this section are reasonable and necessary to protect the Employer's legitimate business interests.

16. Anti-Harassment & Anti-Discrimination

• The Employer is committed to providing a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. The Employer prohibits harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Any employee who believes they have been subjected to harassment or discrimination should report it to [Human Resources Contact] immediately. The Employer will promptly investigate all complaints and take appropriate corrective action.

17. Compliance Training

• The Employee shall participate in mandatory compliance training, including cybersecurity awareness, anti-phishing training, and sexual harassment prevention training, as required by the Employer.

18. Occupational Health & Safety

• The Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. The Employee shall follow all safety rules and procedures, and report any unsafe conditions to their supervisor immediately.
• The Employee is entitled to an ergonomically safe workstation.

19. Dispute Resolution

• Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through internal complaint processes.
• If internal resolution fails, the parties agree to attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation in [City], Arizona, before resorting to litigation.
• Any lawsuit arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in [County], Arizona, and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona.

20. Required Postings

• The Employer maintains required federal and Arizona-specific postings regarding wage/hour laws, workers' compensation, and unemployment insurance. The Employee acknowledges that they have been given access to these postings.

21. Expense Reimbursement

• The Employee may be eligible for reimbursement of reasonable expenses incurred in connection with their employment, subject to the Employer's expense reimbursement policy. All expenses must be pre-approved by the Employee's supervisor and supported by proper documentation.
• Specifically, reimbursement may be provided for [Mobile Phone/Data], subject to company approval protocols.

22. On-Call Rotations

• The Employee may be required to participate in off-hours on-call rotations or emergency response for critical IT failures. Additional compensation or compensatory time will be provided for on-call duties, consistent with Arizona wage laws.

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

____________________________
[Employer Name]

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

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[Employee Name]