Kentucky IT assistant employment contract template

Kentucky IT Assistant Employment Contract

This Kentucky Full-Time IT Assistant Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and effective as of [Date], by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], a company organized and existing under the laws of Kentucky, with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Position:

Option A: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as an IT Assistant.

Option B: The Employer intends to employ the Employee as an IT Assistant. This offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

2. Job Responsibilities:

The Employee's primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing technical support for hardware and software issues to staff.
• Configuring and maintaining workstations.
• Supporting network and server infrastructure.
• Installing and updating operating systems and applications.
• Managing user accounts and access privileges.
• Basic troubleshooting.
• Handling helpdesk ticketing systems.
• Ensuring timely resolution of technical problems.
• Supporting virtual desktop environments (if applicable).
• Assisting with device imaging.
• Performing asset inventory and procurement tasks.
• Maintaining documentation of IT procedures.
• Participating in training of end users on internal systems.
• Data backup assistance.
• Escalating advanced issues to senior IT staff.

Option A: The Employee will also perform other duties as assigned by the Employer.

Option B: The Employee's specific responsibilities may be modified by the Employer at any time.

3. Required Technical Skills:

The Employee must possess the following skills:

• Familiarity with Windows and macOS environments.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
• Active Directory experience.
• Understanding of common networking protocols.
• Experience with onsite and remote support tools.
• Basic cybersecurity awareness.

Option A: Familiarity with [Specific Software/Hardware] is also required.

Option B: The Employee will receive training on [Specific Software/Hardware] within [Number] months of employment.

4. Certifications:

Option A: Possession of CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications is required.

Option B: Willingness to obtain CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications within [Number] months of employment is required. The Employer will [Cover/Not Cover] the costs associated with these certifications.

Option C: No specific certifications are required.

5. Reporting Structure:

The Employee will report directly to the [Job Title of Supervisor, e.g., IT Manager].

The Employee will communicate regularly with their supervisor via [Communication Method, e.g., email, daily stand-up meetings].

The Employee will submit activity reports [Frequency, e.g., weekly, bi-weekly] to their supervisor.

6. Work Location:

The Employee's primary work location will be at the Employer’s business premises located at [Employer Address] in Kentucky.

Option A: The Employee may be required to travel to other branch offices located in [List of Kentucky Cities].

Option B: The Employee may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, with [Number] days per week working remotely. The tasks performed remotely will be [List of Tasks].

7. Work Hours and Full-Time Status:

The Employee is a full-time employee and will work approximately 40 hours per week.

Option A: The Employee's work schedule will be from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.

Option B: The Employee's work schedule will be flexible, subject to the approval of their supervisor and the needs of the business. Core hours are between [Start Time] and [End Time].

The Employee is [Exempt/Non-Exempt] from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Kentucky law. Overtime, if applicable, must be authorized in advance by the Employee’s supervisor. Overtime will be paid at a rate of one and one-half times the employee's regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

8. Rest and Meal Breaks:

The Employee will be entitled to an unpaid meal period of [Number] minutes.

The Employee will be entitled to paid rest breaks as per company policy.

9. Compensation:

Option A: The Employee's base salary will be [Dollar Amount] per year, payable [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Option B: The Employee's hourly wage will be [Dollar Amount] per hour, payable [Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

The Employee will be paid via [Payment Method, e.g., direct deposit].

Option A: The Employee may be eligible for bonuses based on individual and company performance, as determined by the Employer.

Option B: The Employee will be eligible for an annual increase based on performance, as determined by the Employer.

10. Employee Benefits:

The Employee will be eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the Employer's benefit plans:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Option A: Training and certification reimbursement up to [Dollar Amount] per year.
• Option B: Travel or on-call allowances as per company policy.

These benefits are subject to change at the Employer's discretion.

11. Occupational Health and Safety:

The Employer is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) regulations.

The Employee will be provided with ergonomic workstation setup.

The Employee is responsible for reporting any workplace injuries or hazards to their supervisor immediately.

12. Confidentiality and Data Protection:

The Employee acknowledges that they will have access to confidential information, including company data, user information, network configurations, and system passwords.

The Employee agrees to protect the confidentiality of this information and adhere to the Employer's IT security policies.

The Employee will report any suspected data breaches or security incidents to their supervisor immediately.

13. Intellectual Property:

All intellectual property created by the Employee during the course of their employment, including technical documentation, process scripts, and in-house software tools, shall be the sole property of the Employer.

14. Acceptable Use Policy:

The Employee agrees to comply with the Employer's Acceptable Use Policy, which prohibits unauthorized installations, external device connection, and access to inappropriate content.

The Employee will notify their supervisor immediately if any company-owned equipment is lost, stolen, or compromised.

15. Professional Conduct:

The Employee will maintain a high standard of professional conduct, including timely response to service tickets, respectful interactions with users, and adherence to the Employer's anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.

16. At-Will Employment:

This is an at-will employment agreement, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to any applicable company policies or union contracts.

17. Termination Procedures:

Upon termination of employment, the Employee will receive their final paycheck no later than the next regular pay date, as required by Kentucky law.

The Employee will return all company property, including IT equipment, access cards, and documents.

The Employee's access credentials will be revoked.

The Employee may be required to participate in an exit interview.

18. Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation/Non-Disclosure:

Option A (Non-Compete): During the term of employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, the Employee shall not, directly or indirectly, engage in any business that competes with the Employer within a [Geographic Area]. This restriction applies to the following functions: [List of Functions]. This non-compete agreement is compliant with Kentucky law.

Option B (Non-Solicitation): During the term of employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, the Employee shall not solicit, induce, or encourage any employee or customer of the Employer to terminate their relationship with the Employer.

Option C (Non-Disclosure): The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of the Employer's confidential information, trade secrets, and proprietary information, both during and after the term of employment.

Option D: No non-compete, non-solicitation, or non-disclosure agreement is included in this contract.

19. Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity:

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with the Kentucky Civil Rights Act, federal Title VII, ADA, and other applicable laws.

20. Drug Testing and Background Check:

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug test, in accordance with Kentucky law.

21. Eligibility to Work in the United States:

The Employee must be eligible to work in the United States and will be required to provide documentation as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (I-9 form).

22. Tax Withholdings and New Hire Reporting:

The Employer will withhold all applicable federal, state, and local taxes from the Employee's wages, as required by law.

The Employer will report the Employee as a new hire to the Kentucky Department of Workforce Investment, as required by law.

23. Workers' Compensation:

The Employee is covered by the Employer's workers' compensation insurance policy. The Employee must report any workplace injuries or illnesses to their supervisor immediately.

24. Dispute Resolution:

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement through good faith negotiation.

Option A: If negotiation fails, the parties agree to participate in mediation before resorting to litigation.

Option B: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

25. Entire Agreement:

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

26. Amendments:

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

27. Severability:

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

28. Assignment:

This Agreement may not be assigned by the Employee without the prior written consent of the Employer.

29. Waiver:

No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom the waiver is sought to be enforced.

30. Enforceability:

This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

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

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[Employee Full Legal Name]

Employee Signature

Date: [Date]

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[Employer Representative Full Legal Name]

Employer Representative Signature

Date: [Date]

[Employer Representative Job Title]

Acknowledgment:

I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Employer’s IT and HR policies.

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[Employee Full Legal Name]

Employee Signature

Date: [Date]