Louisiana IT assistant employment contract template

Louisiana IT Assistant Employment Contract

This Louisiana IT Assistant Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between:

• [Company Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with its principal place of business located at [Company Address], Louisiana ("Employer"); and
• [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], Louisiana ("Employee").

1. Employment

• The Employer hereby employs the Employee, and the Employee hereby accepts employment with the Employer, as a full-time IT Assistant.
  • Option A: This is an at-will employment arrangement.
  • Option B: This is a fixed-term employment arrangement for a term of [Number] months, commencing on [Start Date] and ending on [End Date].

2. Job Responsibilities

• The Employee's primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Installation, configuration, and maintenance of computer hardware (PCs, laptops, servers) and peripherals (printers, scanners).
  • Software troubleshooting, including operating systems and applications.
  • Local network administration, including managing user accounts and permissions.
  • Onsite and remote technical support for employees.
  • Ticketing system management: creating, updating, and resolving tickets.
  • Support for specialized local business applications or systems (e.g., [Specific Application]).
  • Escalation of unresolved issues to senior IT staff.
  • Inventory management for company IT assets.
  • Implementation of basic cybersecurity measures.
  • Routine data backup and recovery tasks.
  • Hardware and software lifecycle management.
  • Ongoing user training for Louisiana-based staff.

3. Qualifications and Skills

• The Employee possesses the following required qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • [Number] years of experience in IT support.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Preferred qualifications:
  • CompTIA A+ Certification.
  • Familiarity with [Preferred Vendor/Hardware].
  • Experience with [Specific Technology Stack].

4. Compliance

• The Employee shall comply with all applicable Louisiana data security and privacy obligations, including, where applicable, state/local laws on protecting personal information and compliance with Louisiana Database Security Breach Notification Law, La. Rev. Stat. § 51:3071.

5. Reporting Structure

• The Employee will report directly to [Supervisor Title], or their designee.
  • Option A: The Employee will participate in weekly team meetings.
  • Option B: The Employee will provide daily updates to the supervisor.

6. Work Location

• The Employee's principal work location will be at the Employer’s premises located at [Company Address], Louisiana.
  • Option A: The Employee may be required to provide offsite support at client locations within Louisiana.
  • Option B: The Employee is authorized to work remotely according to the Employer's remote work policy.

7. Remote Work Policy

• If remote work is authorized, the following applies:
  • The Employer will provide or reimburse the Employee for necessary equipment (e.g., laptop, headset).
  • The Employee will use a secure network connection (VPN).
  • The Employee will adhere to the Employer's cybersecurity protocols, including restrictions on personal device usage.

8. Work Hours

• The Employee's standard work hours are [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.
  • Option A: The Employee may be required to provide on-call or after-hours IT support.
  • Option B: Overtime will be paid in accordance with Louisiana labor law.

9. Compensation

• The Employee's compensation will be [Dollar Amount] per [Pay Period], paid [Frequency] via [Method of Payment].
  • Option A: The Employee is eligible for a bonus based on performance metrics as described in the Employer's bonus policy.
  • Option B: Deductions will be made for legally required taxes and employee benefits elections.

10. Benefits

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:
  • Health insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • [Number] days of paid vacation per year.
  • Paid statutory holidays recognized in Louisiana.
  • Sick leave.
  • Family leave.
  • Bereavement leave.
  • Retirement/pension plan.
  • Professional development/certification reimbursement (subject to Employer approval).

11. Intellectual Property

• All work product created by the Employee during employment, including but not limited to scripts, technical documentation, and system configuration files, is the property of the Employer.
  • Option A: The Employee retains ownership of pre-existing materials.
  • Option B: The Employee must obtain written consent from the Employer before contributing to open-source software projects.

12. Confidentiality

• The Employee agrees to protect the confidentiality of the Employer's and its clients' data, credentials, and sensitive system information, in compliance with any Louisiana-specific sectoral data privacy or security rules.
  • The Employee's confidentiality obligations continue even after termination of employment.

13. IT Policies

• The Employee agrees to adhere to the Employer's IT policies, including those related to device usage, software licensing compliance, and password management.

14. Outside Work

• The Employee must obtain written consent from the Employer before engaging in any outside work that could create a conflict of interest.

15. Behavioral Expectations

• The Employee is expected to maintain punctuality, communicate proactively about technical problems, and treat end users with respect.

16. Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to compete with the Employer within [Geographic Area] for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment, as permitted by Louisiana Revised Statutes § 23:921.
  • This restriction applies only to the following activities: [Specific Activities].
• Option B: The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's employees or clients for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option C: There is no non-compete or non-solicitation agreement associated with this employment.

17. Termination

• The employment relationship is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause.
  • Option A: The Employee is required to provide [Number] weeks' notice of voluntary termination.
  • Option B: Upon termination, the Employee must return all company equipment and data.

18. Anti-Discrimination/Harassment

• The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic under Louisiana and federal law. The employer maintains a zero tolerance policy regarding workplace harassment.

19. Worker's Compensation/OSHA

• The Employee is covered by the Employer's Louisiana worker's compensation insurance policy. The Employer is committed to compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

20. Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to mediate the dispute in Louisiana. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana. Venue for any litigation shall be in [Parish Name] Parish, Louisiana.

21. Training

• The Employer will provide the Employee with required technical and safety training.
  • Option A: The Employer will reimburse the Employee for approved continuing education expenses.
  • Option B: The Employee is required to repay training costs if they leave within [Number] months of completing the training.

22. Employee Data Privacy

• The Employer may monitor the Employee's IT activity and retain logs for a specified period. The Employee acknowledges receipt of the Employer's employee data privacy policy.

23. Acknowledgment

• The Employee acknowledges that they have read, understood, and accept all policies referenced in this Agreement, including the acceptable use policy, confidentiality policy, and workplace conduct policy.

24. Legal Notices

• The Employee has the right to contact the Louisiana Department of Labor with any questions or concerns regarding their employment.

25. Entire Agreement

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter of this Agreement.

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

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[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

[Company Name]

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[Employee Name]