Arkansas retail sales associate employment contract template

Arkansas Retail Sales Associate Employment Contract

This Arkansas Retail Sales Associate Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:

• [Employer Name], a [State] [Entity Type, e.g., Corporation], with a principal place of business at [Employer Address], Arkansas ("Employer"), and
• [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], Arkansas ("Employee").

1. Position and Job Description

The Employer hereby employs Employee as a Retail Sales Associate.

• Option A: Job Description: Employee's primary responsibilities include:
  • Providing exceptional customer service and engaging with customers.
  • Displaying and stocking merchandise.
  • Operating point-of-sale (POS) systems and handling cash.
  • Opening and closing store procedures.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and safety of sales and storage areas.
  • Loss prevention.
  • Assisting with inventory control and stocktaking.
  • Upselling products.
  • Meeting daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
• Option B: The full job description is attached as Exhibit A.

The Employee reports directly to the [Store Supervisor/Manager or Assistant Manager].

Physical Requirements include: standing for extended periods, lifting up to [Weight] lbs, and working extended shifts.

Behavioral Expectations: Professional appearance, adherence to company dress code, and exceptional customer interaction etiquette.

2. Work Location and Schedule

Employee's primary work location will be at [Store Address], Arkansas.

• Option A: Employee may be required to work at other store locations within [City/County], Arkansas, as needed.
• Option B: Employee will only work at the primary work location listed above.

Employee's schedule will be communicated [Frequency, e.g., weekly] and will be posted [Method, e.g., in the break room/electronically]. The Employer will provide at least [Number] days' notice of any schedule changes, except in cases of emergency.

3. Employment Classification and Hours

Employee's employment is classified as full-time, generally consisting of [Number] hours per week.

• Option A: Standard shift hours are [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Option B: Employee's schedule will vary depending on the needs of the business.

The Employer will provide [Number] minute meal breaks for every [Number] hours worked, as required by Company policy, though not mandated by Arkansas law for adults.

• Option A: Employee is entitled to a 15-minute paid rest break for every four (4) hours worked, as required by Company policy.
• Option B: No additional rest breaks are provided outside of the meal break.

4. Compensation and Payment

Employee's hourly wage is [Dollar Amount] per hour, compliant with Arkansas minimum wage laws.

Employee will be paid bi-weekly via [Payment Method, e.g., direct deposit].

Overtime will be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

• Option A: Employee is eligible for sales commissions as outlined in Exhibit B.
• Option B: Employee is eligible for incentive pay/store-specific bonuses as outlined in Exhibit C.
• Option C: Employee is not eligible for commission or bonuses.

5. Benefits

Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the Employer's policies and eligibility requirements:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO): [Number] days per year. Note: Arkansas law does not mandate paid leave.
• Holiday pay for company-recognized holidays, including Arkansas legal holidays.
• Employee discounts.
• Option A: Retirement plan (401k).
• Option B: Tuition reimbursement.
• Option C: Training benefits.

The employer complies with Arkansas Workers’ Compensation requirements.

6. Confidentiality

Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of customer information, company pricing, promotional plans, and proprietary inventory management data.

Employee agrees to comply with all customer privacy policies, including those related to credit card and loyalty program data.

7. Code of Conduct and Workplace Standards

Employee agrees to adhere to the Employer's Code of Conduct and Workplace Standards, including:

• Customer service expectations.
• Anti-theft policies.
• Anti-harassment and non-discrimination policies compliant with Arkansas law, federal Title VII, and ADA.
• Social media policy.
• Ban on workplace intoxication or use of prohibited substances.
• Store safety rule adherence.

Progressive discipline procedures are outlined in the employee handbook.

Grounds for immediate termination include gross misconduct, theft, insubordination, and serious policy breaches.

8. At-Will Employment

Employee's employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to Arkansas law.

9. Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Conflict of Interest

• Option A: Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's customers or employees for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option B: Employee agrees not to work for a direct retail competitor within [Distance] miles of the Employer's store for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option C: There is no non-compete or non-solicitation agreement.

10. Retail Workplace Safety

The Employer will provide safety training, including lifting techniques, safe equipment operation, emergency response, and robbery protocols.

Employee has the right to report safety violations without fear of retaliation, consistent with Arkansas Department of Labor regulations.

11. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through the Employer's complaint process, followed by non-binding mediation, and then Arkansas state court jurisdiction.

• Option A: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

12. Miscellaneous

Employee will complete I-9 employment eligibility verification. The employer may participate in E-Verify.

• Option A: If employing 16-17 year olds, the employer will comply with Arkansas child labor rules.
• Option B: Dress code and uniform policy are outlined in Exhibit D.
• Option C: Employee will be reimbursed for job-related expenses, such as [Shoe Allowance].

Employee agrees to participate in company-sponsored product knowledge, safety, and customer service training.

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

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature: ____________________________