Delaware receptionist employment contract template

Delaware Full-Time Receptionist Employment Agreement

This Delaware Full-Time Receptionist Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Name], a [State] [Entity Type, e.g., 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 Receptionist, and Employee hereby accepts such employment.

Option B: Employer agrees to employ Employee, and Employee agrees to work for Employer, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

2. Job Title and Description

Employee’s job title is Receptionist. Employee's duties shall include, but are not limited to:

• Managing multi-line phone systems.
• Greeting visitors and handling sign-in protocols.
• Maintaining visitor logs.
• Providing information on company procedures.
• Receiving and sorting mail and deliveries.
• Scheduling and confirming appointments.
• Managing meeting room bookings.
• Basic office supply inventory.
• Handling incoming packages.
• Operating office equipment (fax, copier, scanner).
• Light administrative support (data entry, filing, document formatting, petty cash handling).
• Option A: Computer literacy, experience with office management software [Specify Software], proficiency in local communication protocols, and customer service skills relevant to the company’s industry.
• Option B: Other duties as assigned by Employer.

3. Appearance and Demeanor

Option A: Employee shall adhere to Employer's dress code, which requires [Describe Dress Code, e.g., business casual attire].

Option B: Employee must present a professional and positive demeanor as the public face of the company. This includes professionalism, punctuality, confidentiality, positive demeanor, and communication etiquette.

4. Work Location

Option A: Employee's primary work location will be at [Company Address] in [City], Delaware.

Option B: Reception area coverage expectations: [Describe expectations, e.g., covering breaks, lunch].

Security procedures: [Describe security procedures for building access/egress].

Emergency situation protocols: [Outline emergency procedures].

5. Work Hours

Option A: Employee's regular work hours shall be from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday, for a total of 40 hours per week.

Option B: Lunch break: [Specify lunch break duration and timing, e.g., 30-minute unpaid lunch break].

Rest breaks: [Specify rest break duration and timing, e.g., two 15-minute paid rest breaks].

Option C: Coverage for peak periods or absenteeism will be required as needed.

6. Overtime

Option A: This position is overtime-eligible. Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times the Employee's regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Option B: All overtime must be pre-approved by [Manager Title/Name].

Option C: Employee is responsible for accurately recording their time worked.

7. Compensation

Option A: Employee shall be paid at an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.

Option B: Employee shall be paid a salary of [Dollar Amount] per year, paid [Payment Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Option C: Payment will be made via [Payment Method, e.g., direct deposit, check].

Option D: Employer will provide wage statements to Employee as required by Delaware law.

8. Benefits

Employer will provide the following benefits:

• Delaware-mandated benefits: unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation.
• Option A: Health insurance: [Describe health insurance coverage].
• Option B: Dental insurance: [Describe dental insurance coverage].
• Option C: Vision insurance: [Describe vision insurance coverage].
• Option D: Paid time off (PTO): [Describe PTO policy, accrual method].
• Option E: Company holidays: [List company holidays, including Delaware state holidays observed by the employer].
• Option F: Break policies: [Detail break policies].
• Compliance with Delaware’s Paid Sick and Safe Leave.
• FMLA/Delaware family caregiver leave if eligible.

9. Training and Onboarding

Employee will receive training on the following:

• Phone etiquette.
• Crisis response.
• Front-desk safety.
• Privacy training (especially for sensitive data).
• Emergency procedures.

10. Reporting Lines and Authority

Option A: Employee will report to [Manager Title/Name].

Option B: Employee has the authority to [Describe authority, e.g., delegate tasks, escalate issues].

Employee is expected to cooperate with HR, facilities, and security staff.

11. Confidentiality

Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information, including employee, client, visitor, and company information.

Employee shall not disclose confidential information to any unauthorized person or entity.

Access to information is limited to a need-to-know basis and must adhere to Delaware trade secret standards.

12. Use of Company Property

Employee shall use company phone, computer, internet access, and office systems solely for business purposes.

Personal use is prohibited unless allowed by company policy.

13. Workplace Conduct

Employee shall adhere to Employer's anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policy.

Employer prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by the Delaware Discrimination in Employment Act.

Employee shall maintain a safe and respectful work environment.

14. At-Will Employment

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

Option B: For Term Employment Only: Employee's employment will be for a term of [Number] years, commencing on [Date] and ending on [Date].

15. Termination

Option A: In the event of termination, Employee shall receive final pay by the next scheduled payday as required by Delaware law.

Option B: Upon termination, Employee shall return all keys and company property.

Employee shall cooperate with the transfer of front desk duties.

16. Grounds for Termination

Option A: Employer may terminate Employee's employment immediately for cause, including but not limited to: theft, workplace violence, breach of confidentiality, repeated tardiness, or gross misconduct at the reception desk.

Option B: Employer may use progressive discipline procedures for less-serious infractions.

17. Restrictive Covenants

Option A: Non-compete agreement: [Describe non-compete agreement, ensuring it is compliant with Delaware law. If none, state "None."].

Option B: Non-solicitation agreement: [Describe non-solicitation agreement, ensuring it is compliant with Delaware law. If none, state "None."].

18. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, Employee shall first utilize Employer's internal complaint process.

If the dispute is not resolved internally, the parties may agree to mediation or arbitration.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware. The state and federal courts located in Delaware shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising under this Agreement.

19. Workplace Safety

Employee shall comply with all applicable workplace safety requirements, including front desk ergonomics, security protocols, emergency evacuation procedures, and Delaware Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

20. Electronic Communications and Social Media

Employee shall adhere to Employer's policies regarding electronic communications and social media use.

21. ADA Compliance

Employer will provide reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding Delaware Human Relations Act obligations.

22. Whistleblower Protection

Employee is protected under the Delaware Whistleblower Protection Act and shall report suspected fraud, theft, or workplace violations without retaliation.

23. Other Benefits

Option A: Professional development: [Describe professional development opportunities].

Option B: Training reimbursement: [Describe training reimbursement policy].

Option C: Uniform allowance: [Describe uniform allowance].

Option D: Parking/commuting benefits: [Describe parking/commuting benefits].

24. Miscellaneous

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

This Agreement may be amended only by a writing signed by both parties.

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

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[Employer Name]

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

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[Employee Name]