Connecticut office manager employment contract template

Connecticut Office Manager Employment Contract

This Connecticut Office Manager Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

• Option A: Employer hereby employs Employee as a full-time Office Manager.
• Option B: Employer hereby employs Employee as a part-time Office Manager.

2. Job Description

• Employee's duties as Office Manager shall include, but are not limited to:
  • Overseeing daily administrative operations.
  • Facilities management and maintenance.
  • Supervising administrative staff, if applicable.
  • Budgeting and expense tracking.
  • Invoice processing and payment management.
  • Supply procurement and inventory management.
  • Maintaining accurate records (physical and digital).
  • Contract administration with vendors.
  • Ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations.
  • Managing digital and physical filing systems.
  • Coordinating company meetings and events.
  • Providing human resources support including onboarding and personnel file maintenance.
  • Time-off tracking and management.
• Employee is expected to have knowledge of Connecticut workplace regulations and familiarity with state-mandated employment posters and notifications. Employee will respond to local regulatory inquiries or inspections.

3. Reporting Relationship

• Option A: Employee will report directly to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title].
• Option B: Employee will report to a cross-departmental team consisting of [Team member names and departments].

4. Work Location

The primary work location shall be the Employer's principal office located at [Employer Address]. Regular on-site presence is essential.

• Option A: Hybrid/Remote Work Policy: Employee may be eligible for hybrid/remote work, subject to the Employer's remote work policy. Home office must comply with Connecticut safety requirements, and confidentiality must be maintained.

5. Employment Status and Hours

• Option A: Employee's employment status is full-time, exempt. Standard office hours are [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Option B: Employee's employment status is full-time, non-exempt. Standard office hours are [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
• Option C: Employee's employment status is part-time, non-exempt. Employee will work [Number] hours per week. Schedule to be determined with supervisor.

Connecticut-specific mandated rest and meal breaks will be provided according to law.

Employee is expected to be punctual and maintain good attendance.

• Option A: On-call requirements: Employee may be required to be on-call [Days of the week] from [Time] to [Time].

Protocols for unscheduled closures due to state weather emergencies will follow company policy.

Procedures for requesting workplace accommodations will follow the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act.

6. Compensation

• Option A: Employee's annual base salary shall be [Salary Amount], payable [Payment Frequency].
• Option B: Employee's hourly rate shall be [Hourly Rate], payable [Payment Frequency].
  • Overtime will be paid in accordance with Connecticut wage and hour laws, requiring pre-approval by [Supervisor Name] and calculation at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

• Option A: Bonus/Incentive Programs: Employee may be eligible for bonuses or incentive programs based on performance. Details are outlined in the [bonus program document name].

Permissible deductions will be made in accordance with Connecticut wage payment statutes.

7. Benefits

• Option A: Employer shall provide medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Option B: Employer does not provide medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Compliance with Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFMLA) will be maintained.

• Option A: Employer offers short and long-term disability insurance.
• Option B: Employer does not offer short and long-term disability insurance.
• Option A: Employer offers life insurance.
• Option B: Employer does not offer life insurance.
• Option A: Employer offers a retirement plan: [401(k), SIMPLE IRA, etc.].
• Option B: Employer does not offer a retirement plan.

Paid vacation and sick leave policies will be provided in accordance with Connecticut’s paid sick leave requirements for eligible employers.

• Employee will accrue [Number] days of vacation leave per year.
• Employee will accrue sick leave as mandated by Connecticut law.

Connecticut state holidays will be observed. Conditions for working on holidays will follow company policy.

• Option A: Employer offers tuition assistance or professional development relevant to office management.
• Option B: Employer does not offer tuition assistance or professional development.
• Option A: Employer offers dependent care or commuter benefits.
• Option B: Employer does not offer dependent care or commuter benefits.

8. Confidentiality

Employee shall safeguard Employer's confidential business information, client data, financial records, intellectual property, and sensitive HR information. This duty survives termination of employment, in accordance with the Connecticut Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

9. Use of Employer Resources

Limits and permissible uses for employer equipment, email, and information systems will be outlined in the [company name] Employee Handbook. Rules on social media and external communications will also be outlined in the company handbook.

10. At-Will Employment

Employee's employment is at-will, and both Employer and Employee have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, unless explicitly stated otherwise in a separate agreement.

11. Termination

• Option A: Employee shall provide [Number] weeks' written notice of resignation. Employer shall provide [Number] weeks' written notice of termination.
• Option B: Employer may terminate employee at any time, with immediate effect, as an at-will employee.

Final pay will be provided within the timeline compliant with Connecticut General Statutes.

Employee shall return all company property and confidential materials upon termination.

Administration of COBRA or Connecticut mini-COBRA benefits notices will be provided.

12. Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity

Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-60. Zero tolerance for retaliation. Complaint procedures are outlined in [company handbook or separate policy document].

13. Workplace Health and Safety

Employer shall comply with Connecticut OSHA regulations. This includes office ergonomics, emergency procedures, and reporting of hazards or incidents.

14. Personnel File

Employee has the right to review and request corrections to their personnel file as per Conn. Gen. Stat. § 31-128a–g.

15. Restrictive Covenants

• Option A: Confidentiality and non-solicitation agreements will be in place.
• Option B: A Non-compete agreement is not required for this role.

Any non-compete agreement for this Office Manager position must comply with Connecticut’s limits on non-compete use and enforceability, referencing Public Act No. 21-189 or current legal standards.

16. Workplace Investigations

Procedures for workplace investigations in response to complaints will follow the process outlined in the [company name] Employee Handbook, including timelines and escalation process.

17. Professional Integrity and Compliance

Employee shall maintain professional integrity, accurate timekeeping, and responsible management of petty cash or company credit cards. Secure handling of company assets is required, along with compliance with company handbooks, Connecticut-specific policies, and external regulatory standards.

18. Wage Statements

Employer will provide electronic or written wage statements detailing all deductions and hours worked, as required by Connecticut law.

19. Secondary Employment and Conflict of Interest

Policies on secondary employment, conflict of interest, or outside business activities that could affect job performance or confidentiality are outlined in the [Company Name] Employee Handbook.

20. Dispute Resolution

Disputes will be resolved through internal complaint resolution, mediation, or arbitration before litigation. Connecticut law and venue shall govern any legal proceedings.

21. Mandatory Workplace Posters and Policies

Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of mandatory workplace posters and distributed policy documents as required by the Connecticut Department of Labor.

22. Eligibility to Work

Employee confirms eligibility to work in the U.S. and proper completion of Form I-9. Compliance with Connecticut-specific anti-discrimination guidelines for employment authorization verification will be maintained.

23. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

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

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature:

Date: