Florida IT assistant employment contract template

Florida IT Assistant Employment Contract

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

1. Position

Option A: The Employer hires the Employee as a full-time IT Assistant.

Option B: The Employer hires the Employee as a part-time IT Assistant.

Job Description: The Employee's primary responsibilities include:

• Helpdesk support and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues.
• Routine maintenance and monitoring of networked systems.
• End-user training and documentation.
• Asset inventory management.
• Software and hardware installation.
• Technical support ticket management.
• System backup operations.
• User account setup and password resets.
• Device reimaging.
• First-level network support, following protocols for escalation.

Proficiency Requirements:

• Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux.
• Productivity Software: Office 365, Google Workspace.
• Ticketing Systems: [Ticketing System Name, e.g., ServiceNow, Zendesk].
• Remote Support Tools: [Remote Support Tool Name, e.g., TeamViewer, Remote Desktop].
• Cybersecurity basic practices.

2. Compliance

Option A: Employee shall comply with all Employer IT policies, company data security protocols, and documentation standards.

Option B: Employee shall adhere to Florida-specific data privacy and breach notification requirements, including compliance with the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA).

3. Reporting Structure

Option A: The Employee will report to [Reporting Manager Title, e.g., Senior IT Staff, IT Manager].

Option B: The Employee will report to [Department Lead Name].

Expectations: Team collaboration, specified response times, shift coverage, and escalation procedures.

4. Work Location

Option A: The primary work location is the Employer's designated site within Florida at [Work Location Address].

Option B: Remote work arrangements:

• Employer will provide and Employee will use company-owned devices.
• Employee must maintain a secure Internet connection.
• Employee must access the company network via VPN.
• Remote monitoring software may be in use.
• Adherence to Florida cybersecurity laws is required.

5. Employment Status and Work Hours

Option A: The employment is full-time, [Number of Hours] hours per week.

Option B: The employment is part-time, [Number of Hours] hours per week.

Regular work hours: [Specify Shift Patterns, e.g., 9 AM - 5 PM, including possible weekends, after-hours, or on-call rotation].

Overtime eligibility: As per FLSA regulations.

Rest/Break periods: Subject to company policy and FLSA compliance.

6. Compensation

Option A: Annual salary of [Dollar Amount].

Option B: Hourly wage of [Dollar Amount].

Payment method: [e.g., Direct Deposit, Check].

Pay periods: [e.g., Bi-weekly, Monthly].

Overtime pay: 1.5x rate under FLSA for eligible employees.

Incentive, on-call, or shift-differential pay: [Specify if applicable and amount/terms].

7. Benefits

Option A: Eligibility for health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to plan provisions.

Option B: Eligibility for a retirement plan, such as 401(k), subject to plan provisions.

Option C: Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days): [Specify accrual rates and maximums].

Option D: Florida-recognized public holidays.

Option E: Reimbursement or provision for technical training and certifications (CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco): [Specify details].

Option F: Cell phone or technology stipends: [Specify amount and terms].

Option G: Commuter or parking benefits: [Specify details].

Benefits are subject to the Employer's policy and may be amended with notice.

8. Intellectual Property

All scripts, documentation, configurations, technical solutions, and related works developed during employment are owned by the Employer.

Employee must report process improvements or automation tools developed.

Employee requires Employer consent before using or contributing to open-source software in the course of their job.

9. Confidentiality

Employee has strict confidentiality obligations to system configurations, client or employee data, access credentials, company network structure, and proprietary technical information.

These obligations continue beyond termination.

Compliance with Florida laws regarding computer crimes and unauthorized access is required.

10. Return of Property

Upon termination, Employee must return all company property including laptops, mobile devices, keycards, and intellectual property.

11. Professional Conduct

Appropriate workplace conduct and respectful interactions are required.

Compliance with Florida Computer Crimes Act is mandatory.

Employee must participate in mandatory security awareness training and report security incidents.

Prohibition on unauthorized software installation.

Participation in routine audits or compliance reviews is required.

12. Restrictive Covenants

Option A: (Non-Compete) Employee agrees not to engage in any business activity competitive with the Employer within [Geographic Area] for a period of [Duration] following termination of employment.

Option B: (Non-Solicitation) Employee agrees not to solicit any customers, clients, or employees of the Employer for a period of [Duration] following termination of employment.

Option C: (No Restrictive Covenants) This agreement contains no restrictive covenants.

All restrictions must be justified by legitimate business interests and tailored to the Employee’s level of access and responsibility, adhering to Florida Law.

13. At-Will Employment and Termination

Option A: Employment is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Option B: Employment may be terminated by the Employer for cause (policy violations, misuse of confidential data, etc.).

Notice periods: [Specify Notice Period, e.g., Two Weeks] (Not legally required in Florida but may be specified).

Final wage payment timing will comply with Florida statutes.

Severance or accrued benefit payout: [Specify if applicable and terms].

Procedures for post-termination obligations.

14. Dispute Resolution

Prioritize informal discussion, followed by mediation or arbitration.

Florida law and courts have jurisdiction.

15. Compliance with Laws

Adherence to federal and Florida state labor laws, wage theft prevention, workers’ compensation coverage, and OSHA is required.

Notices required under Florida Law (e.g., wage theft ordinances, notification of workers’ compensation coverage).

16. Equal Opportunity and Anti-Discrimination

Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Prohibition of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, and, where applicable, sexual orientation.

Mandatory reporting channels for harassment and complaint resolution processes.

17. Employment Eligibility

Option A: Employee must provide documentation establishing identity and eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Option B: Employer participates in E-Verify: [Specify if applicable].

18. Employee Handbook and Policies

Employee acknowledges reviewing and complying with the company employee handbook, technology usage policies, and security protocols.

19. Probationary Period

Option A: This position is subject to a probationary period of [Number] days/months.

Option B: No probationary period will apply.

Training evaluations and performance review schedules.

20. Signatures

Electronically signed and agreed on the date first written above.

[Employer Legal Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

Signature: ____________________________

[Employee Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________