Idaho hr independent contractor agreement template

Idaho HR Independent Contractor Agreement

This Idaho HR Independent Contractor Agreement ("Agreement") is made and effective as of [Date], by and between:

[Client Company Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with a principal place of business at [Client Company Address], hereinafter referred to as "Client,"

and

[Independent Contractor Name], residing at [Independent Contractor Address] and doing business as [DBA (if applicable)], hereinafter referred to as "Contractor."

Scope of Services

Option A: Contractor will provide the following HR services to Client, tailored to Idaho practice: [Detailed description of services, e.g., employee onboarding, compliance with Idaho labor law, policy drafting, employee handbook development, HR audits, regulatory guidance, recruitment, background checks following Idaho law, employee investigations, compensation and benefits recommendations, recordkeeping, and tailored consulting].

Option B: Contractor will provide HR services as detailed in Exhibit A, which is attached and incorporated herein, and specific to the Client's Idaho operations.

Deliverables and Performance

Option A: Contractor will deliver the following: [Specific deliverables, e.g., employee handbook draft by [Date], completion of [Number] employee onboarding processes per month]. Expected performance standards include: [Specific performance standards, e.g., 95% accuracy rate on employee data entry, compliance with all applicable Idaho labor laws].

Option B: Deliverables, performance standards, milestone schedules, and regular progress reporting are detailed in Exhibit B, which is attached and incorporated herein, and tailored to the Client’s Idaho operations.

Work Location and Travel

Option A: Services will be performed [onsite at Client's Idaho facilities, remotely, or a combination of both].

Option B: Services will be performed remotely. Travel within Idaho [is/is not] required. If travel is required, [describe travel requirements and locations]. Contractor will have access to [list sensitive information, e.g., employee files, compensation data].

Compensation

Option A: Client will pay Contractor at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Project].

Option B: Client will pay Contractor a retainer of [Dollar Amount] per [Month].

Option C: Client will pay Contractor as detailed in Exhibit C, which is attached and incorporated herein, including Idaho sales tax if applicable. Payment terms are [e.g., net 30 days]. Invoices will be submitted [frequency] and include [required information]. Late payment penalties: [e.g. 1.5% interest per month, or comply with Idaho legal limits].

Reimbursement for travel or other expenses within Idaho [is/is not] allowed, and will be reimbursed according to [describe reimbursement policy].

Data Security and Confidentiality

Option A: Contractor agrees to comply with the Idaho Uniform Trade Secrets Act and to maintain the confidentiality of all Client information, including employee data. Contractor shall implement and maintain reasonable security measures to protect such information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Option B: The terms of data security and confidentiality are outlined in detail in Exhibit D, which is attached and incorporated herein, referencing Idaho Uniform Trade Secrets Act and legal compliance with state privacy protections.

Intellectual Property

Option A: All work product created by Contractor for Client, including HR content, templates, or discoveries, shall be owned by [Client/Contractor].

Option B: All work product created by Contractor for Client, including HR content, templates, or discoveries, shall be owned by the Client. Contractor will store, return, or delete said intellectual property in line with Idaho law.

Independent Contractor Status

Contractor acknowledges and agrees that they are an independent contractor and not an employee of Client. Contractor is not eligible for any employee benefits from Client. Contractor is solely responsible for all tax reporting duties, workman’s compensation, unemployment insurance, local and state taxes, and business insurance responsibilities per Idaho regulations.

Licensing and Insurance

Contractor represents and warrants that they maintain all required licenses, professional certifications, and insurance, including professional liability insurance, as required by Idaho law. Contractor shall provide Client with proof of such insurance upon request.

Liability and Indemnification

Contractor shall be liable for any professional errors, privacy/data breaches as defined by Idaho law, unlawful employment practices, or non-compliance with Idaho labor statutes. Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold Client harmless from any resulting regulatory actions, fines, or lawsuits.

Non-Solicitation and Non-Compete

Option A: During the term of this Agreement and for a period of [Number] months following termination, Contractor shall not solicit, hire, or attempt to solicit or hire any employee of Client.

Option B: During the term of this Agreement and for a period of [Number] months following termination, Contractor shall not compete with Client within a radius of [Number] miles of Client's principal place of business in Idaho, provided such restriction is reasonable and enforceable under Idaho law.

Option C: There is no non-solicitation or non-compete clause in this agreement.

Term and Termination

This Agreement shall commence on [Start Date] and continue for a term of [Number] [Months/Years]. This Agreement may be renewed upon mutual written agreement of the parties.

Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause upon [Number] days written notice. Client may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon [Number] days written notice.

Upon termination, Contractor shall return all Client materials and Confidential Information. Final payment shall be made within [Number] days of termination. Post-termination confidentiality obligations shall survive termination.

Compliance with Laws

Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal and Idaho-specific employment, discrimination, and labor statutes, including the Idaho Human Rights Act and the Idaho Wage Claims Act.

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through negotiation and mediation in Idaho. If mediation is unsuccessful, the dispute shall be resolved by [Arbitration/Litigation] in the courts of Ada County, Idaho. Idaho law shall govern this Agreement.

HR Records and Data Retention

Contractor shall adhere to Idaho data retention laws for employee/personnel files. Procedures for handling and destruction of HR records shall comply with Idaho law.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement due to any cause beyond its reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, or natural disasters impacting Idaho operations.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Assignment

This Agreement may not be assigned or transferred by either party without the prior written consent of the other party, except as permitted by Idaho law.

Record-Keeping and Audit Rights

Both parties maintain record-keeping and audit rights for Idaho compliance investigations.

Entire Agreement

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.

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

[Client Company Name]

By: [Client Representative Name]

Title: [Client Representative Title]

[Independent Contractor Name]

By: [Independent Contractor Name]