Kansas IT assistant employment contract template

Kansas IT Assistant Employment Contract

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

Position

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time IT Assistant.

Option A: The Employee’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software systems.
• Help desk support for end users.
• Troubleshooting network and device issues.
• Updating and patching enterprise systems.
• Supporting cybersecurity protocols relevant to Kansas businesses.
• Maintaining asset inventories.
• Performing data backups and restores.
• Complying with industry-standard operating procedures.
• Handling ticketing systems.
• Participating in regular IT team meetings.
• Documenting all support actions taken.

Option B: [Alternative Job Description].

Required Technical Proficiencies

Employee is required to possess the following technical proficiencies:

• Ability to use Windows and Mac OS.
• Knowledge of Active Directory.
• Proficiency with common productivity suites (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
• Basic networking (TCP/IP, VLANs, Wi-Fi, VPNs).
• Remote access tools (e.g., RDP, VNC).
• Standard Kansas business applications (e.g., [Specific Kansas Business Application]).

Option A: Employee must possess or obtain within [Number] months of employment the following certifications: [List Certifications, e.g., CompTIA A+].

Option B: [Alternative Certification Requirements].

Reporting Structure

The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name and Title].

Option A: Escalation procedures will follow the standard IT department hierarchy.

Option B: [Alternative Escalation Procedures].

Option C: Interdepartmental collaboration will be coordinated through [Specific Department or Role].

Work Location

The Employee’s principal work location will be [Office Address], Kansas.

Option A: The Employee may be eligible for remote or hybrid work arrangements according to company policy.

Option B: [Alternative Work Location Arrangement].

Employee is responsible for the care and maintenance of all company-provided equipment.

Option C: Employee may be required to travel to [Specific Locations] for work-related purposes.

Employment Status and Work Schedule

The Employee’s employment is full-time and at-will, as defined under Kansas law.

Option A: The regular work schedule is [Days of the Week], [Start Time] to [End Time].

Option B: [Alternative Work Schedule].

Overtime will be compensated at a rate of 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with Kansas wage and hour laws.

Option C: Meal and rest breaks will be provided in accordance with Kansas state law.

Option D: Employee must accurately record all hours worked using the company’s timekeeping system.

Compensation

The Employee’s compensation will be [Hourly Rate or Annual Salary].

Option A: The Employee is guaranteed a minimum of [Number] hours per week.

Option B: [Alternative Minimum Hours Agreement].

Overtime will be paid as required by Kansas law.

Paychecks will be issued [Pay Frequency, e.g., Bi-weekly] via [Payroll Method, e.g., Direct Deposit].

Option C: Employee may be eligible for bonuses or incentives based on performance.

Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan ([Type of Plan, e.g., 401(k)])
• Paid Vacation
• Kansas Statutory Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Family/Medical Leave (in accordance with federal and Kansas law)
• Reimbursement of job-related expenses (e.g., travel, on-call stipends, training).

All benefits are subject to change at the Employer’s discretion.

Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all client and company data, IT infrastructure information, passwords, user credentials, and other sensitive information.

Option A: Employee must adhere to all company security policies.

Option B: Specific procedures for data protection and security compliance in the [Healthcare/Education/Banking] sector are applicable.

Intellectual Property

All software tools, scripts, documentation, or process improvements created by the Employee during the course of employment are the sole property of the Employer.

Option A: The employee agrees not to use, copy, or distribute any Employer software or data without authorization.

Incident Reporting

The Employee must promptly report any technical incidents, suspected cybersecurity events, or outages to [Designated Person/Department].

Professionalism and Conduct

The Employee is expected to maintain a professional and respectful demeanor when interacting with end users and colleagues.

Option A: The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, in accordance with the Kansas Human Rights Act.

Option B: [List Kansas-mandated postings or employee notices].

Restrictive Covenants

Option A: The Employee agrees to the following non-compete and non-solicitation clauses: [Detail Specific Clauses, ensuring they are reasonable in scope, duration, and geographic reach, citing IT-specific rationale for their inclusion].

Option B: [No restrictive covenants].

Termination

This is an at-will employment relationship, as defined by Kansas law, which means either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

Option A: Upon termination, the Employee must return all company property.

Option B: The Employee will be eligible for COBRA or state-mandated benefit continuations, if applicable.

Grievance Procedures

The Employer maintains an internal grievance procedure for addressing employee concerns.

Option A: The Employee should first attempt to resolve any issues with their supervisor.

Option B: If the issue is not resolved, the Employee may escalate it to [Designated Person/Department].

The Employer prohibits retaliation against employees who raise good faith concerns.

Occupational Safety and Health

The Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment, in compliance with Kansas occupational safety and health requirements.

Option A: The Employee will receive training on ergonomic standards, workstation safety, and other relevant topics.

Privacy and Cybersecurity Laws

The Employer complies with all applicable Kansas privacy and cybersecurity laws.

Option A: The Employee will receive periodic training on IT security best practices.

Amendments

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

This Agreement, along with the Kansas employee handbook, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.

Governing Law and Venue

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Kansas, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in a state or federal court located in [County Name] County, Kansas, and each party irrevocably submits to the jurisdiction of such courts in any such action or proceeding.

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 Legal Name]

Signature: ____________________________

Date: [Date]