Maine IT assistant employment contract template

Maine IT Assistant Employment Contract

This Maine IT Assistant Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and effective as of [Date],

Between:

[Employer Name], located at [Employer Address], Maine ("Employer")

And:

[Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], Maine ("Employee").

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.
  • The Employee's primary responsibilities include: hardware and software installation and troubleshooting, providing helpdesk support, user account management, basic network administration, endpoint device maintenance, security monitoring, supporting specialized systems [Specify Systems], documenting IT procedures, maintaining inventory, and other duties as assigned, specific to Maine-based IT infrastructure and compliance.
  • Required technical competencies include: Experience with Windows/MacOS environments, common productivity software [Specify Software], network printers, telephony, basic scripting [Specify Scripting Languages], and remote support tools [Specify Tools].
  • The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name] and follow the Employer's chain-of-command structure.

Work Location

• Option A: The Employee's primary work location is on-site at the Employer's facility located at [Employer Address], Maine.
• Option B: The Employee will work remotely.
• Option C: The Employee will work in a hybrid arrangement, with [Number] days on-site and [Number] days remote.
  • For remote work, the Employee is responsible for maintaining a suitable workspace and ensuring a stable internet connection with a minimum speed of [Speed]. The Employer will provide the necessary hardware and software. The Employee will be reimbursed for reasonable business-related expenses, subject to the Employer's expense reimbursement policy and Maine law. All remote work must comply with Maine data privacy and cybersecurity statutes.

At-Will Employment

• Option A: The Employee's employment is "at-will," meaning either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable Maine law.
• Option B: Fixed-term employment until [Date], renewable upon mutual written agreement.
  • Probationary Period: [Number] days/months, during which the employee’s performance will be closely evaluated.

Work Hours

• The Employee's standard full-time work hours are [Number] hours per week.
• The Employee's daily work schedule is [Start Time] to [End Time], with a [Length] minute break for lunch and [Number] short breaks.
• Overtime: The Employee is eligible for overtime pay at 1.5x the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with Maine labor regulations.
• On-Call: The Employee [is/is not] required to be on-call [Specify On-Call Schedule]. On-call pay is [Specify Amount/Rate].
• Time Tracking: The Employee must accurately track their time using [Time Tracking System].

Compensation

• Option A: The Employee's base salary is [Amount] per year, payable [Weekly/Bi-weekly].
• Option B: The Employee's hourly wage is [Amount] per hour, payable [Weekly/Bi-weekly].
  • Payment Method: The Employer will pay the Employee via [Direct Deposit/Check]. Direct deposit complies with Maine rules.
  • Overtime Calculation: Overtime will be calculated in accordance with Maine law.
  • Incentives/Bonuses: The Employee may be eligible for performance-based bonuses, subject to the Employer's bonus plan, including considerations for certifications, response time, and customer satisfaction.
  • Relocation/Signing Bonus: [Amount] relocation/signing bonus, payable according to the following schedule: [Payment Schedule].

Benefits

• Health Insurance: The Employer offers health insurance coverage, with details outlined in the Employee Benefits Summary.
• Dental Insurance: The Employer offers dental insurance coverage, with details outlined in the Employee Benefits Summary.
• Vision Insurance: The Employer offers vision insurance coverage, with details outlined in the Employee Benefits Summary.
• Life Insurance: The Employer offers life insurance coverage, with details outlined in the Employee Benefits Summary.
• Retirement Plan: The Employee is eligible to participate in the Employer's [401(k)/Other] retirement plan after [Number] months of employment. Refer to the plan documents for details, including compliance with the Maine Retirement Savings Program if applicable.
• Paid Vacation: The Employee accrues [Number] days of paid vacation per year, subject to the Employer's vacation policy.
• Holidays: The Employee is entitled to [Number] paid holidays per year, including Maine state-recognized holidays.
• Sick Leave: The Employee accrues sick leave in accordance with Maine law.
• Paid Family/Medical Leave: The Employee may be eligible for paid family/medical leave under Maine law.
• Tuition Reimbursement: The Employer may offer tuition reimbursement for eligible courses or certifications, subject to the Employer's policy.
• Transportation/Parking: The Employer [offers/does not offer] transportation/parking benefits.

Confidentiality

• The Employee agrees to hold all confidential information of the Employer in strict confidence, including company, customer, employee, and electronic data.
• Data Privacy: The Employee will adhere to all applicable data privacy laws and regulations, including Maine's data breach notification law (Title 10, Chapter 210-B), and will promptly report any suspected data breaches to the Employer.

Intellectual Property

• All intellectual property created by the Employee during the course of employment, including scripts, processes, documentation, and technical solutions, shall be the sole property of the Employer.
• Pre-Existing Tools: The Employee will disclose any pre-existing personal tools used in their work.
• Open-Source Contributions: Any contributions to open-source software require the Employer's prior written consent.

IT Security Obligations

• The Employee must adhere to the Employer's cybersecurity policy, including password management protocols, handling of end-user devices and data, and restrictions on external media.
• The Employee will participate in regular security awareness training and immediately report any IT security incidents to the Employer.

Acceptable Use Policy

• The Employee's use of the Employer's networks, devices, and cloud services is subject to the Employer's Acceptable Use Policy.
• The Employer may monitor the Employee's use of its IT resources, subject to Maine's electronic monitoring notification requirements.

Performance Expectations & Evaluation

• The Employee's performance will be evaluated based on factors such as ticket response time, issue escalation standards, end-user satisfaction, completion of IT checklists, and attendance at technical meetings.
• Performance reviews will be conducted [Frequency].

Anti-Discrimination & Equal Opportunity

• The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical/mental disability, religion, national origin, or any other category protected under the Maine Human Rights Act.
• The Employer is committed to diversity, inclusion, and workplace safety.

Non-Solicitation & Non-Disclosure

• The Employee agrees not to solicit the Employer's employees or customers during and after employment.
• The Employee will maintain the confidentiality of sensitive user credentials, system access information, and proprietary support tools.
• Non-Compete: [Include only if compliant with Maine law]. The Employee agrees not to compete with the Employer within [Geographic Area] for a period of [Time Period] after termination of employment. (Note: Under Maine law, non-competes are generally unenforceable for employees earning less than 400% of the federal poverty line.)

Discipline & Grievance

• The Employer may discipline the Employee for cause, subject to the Employer's disciplinary procedures.
• The Employee may submit grievances to [Designated Person/Department].

Termination

• Voluntary Resignation: The Employee must provide the Employer with [Number] weeks' written notice of resignation, in accordance with Maine law.
• Involuntary Dismissal: The Employer may terminate the Employee's employment for cause or without cause, subject to applicable law.
• Upon termination, the Employee will receive a final paycheck within [Timeframe] as required by Maine law, including all accrued but unused paid time off as required by Maine statutes or employer policy.
• The Employee must return all company IT assets upon termination, and the Employer will revoke the Employee's system access and wipe data from devices as necessary. The Employee will receive a separation notice for unemployment insurance eligibility.

Post-Employment Obligations

• The Employee's confidentiality obligations shall survive termination of employment.
• The Employee agrees not to retain or disclose any sensitive IT-support-related information after termination.

Workers' Compensation & Safety

• The Employer maintains workers' compensation insurance coverage in accordance with Maine law.
• The Employee will comply with all applicable Maine Occupational Safety and Health regulations, including workplace ergonomics guidelines.

Mandatory Training

• The Employee is required to complete mandatory training programs, including anti-harassment, cybersecurity, and any state or industry compliance modules required of IT professionals in Maine.

Dispute Resolution

• Any disputes arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved first through internal grievance procedures, then through mediation or arbitration, before resorting to litigation. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Maine, and venue for any legal proceedings shall be in [County Name] County, Maine.

Accommodation & Leave Policies

• The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• The Employer will provide leave in accordance with the Maine Family Medical Leave Act and provide religious accommodation as required by law.

Maine Minimum Wage & Statutory Compliance

• The Employer certifies compliance with Maine minimum wage standards and all other applicable Maine labor laws.

Policy Revisions

• The Employer reserves the right to revise its IT policies, with mandatory written notice to employees as per Maine law.

Acknowledgment

• The Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of this Agreement and all referenced policies.

____________________________
[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]

Date: [Date]