Michigan IT assistant employment contract template

Michigan IT Assistant Employment Contract

This Michigan IT Assistant Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Full Legal Name], located at [Employer Address], ("Employer") and [Employee Full Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address], ("Employee").

• Employer Contact Information: [Employer Phone Number], [Employer Email Address]
• Employee Contact Information: [Employee Phone Number], [Employee Email Address]

1. Employment

• 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. [Specify part-time hours and conditions]

2. Job Title and Duties

The Employee's job title is IT Assistant. The Employee will perform the following duties:

• End-user technical support (hardware and software troubleshooting)
• System setup and configuration
• Network monitoring
• User account management
• Ticketing system operation
• Hardware inventory management
• Onboarding/offboarding procedures
• Assistance with cybersecurity protocols and compliance
• Software installations and updates
• Maintenance of printers and peripherals
• Technical training to staff
• Escalation procedures for complex issues
• Other duties as assigned by the Employer. [Add any specific responsibilities that may apply]

3. Reporting Structure and Communication

The Employee will report to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title].
Standard communication channels include: [Email, Phone, Instant Messaging, etc.].

4. Work Location

• Option A: The primary work location is [Employer Address], Michigan.
• Option B: Hybrid work arrangement: [Specify days in office vs. remote] at [Employer Address], Michigan.
  • Remote work requires:
    • Adequate home office setup
    • Use of company-provided equipment
    • VPN access
    • Adherence to company data security standards
    • Compliance with Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) requirements for out-of-office work
• Option C: Fully Remote position: The Employee will work remotely from [Employee City, MI].

5. Employment Status and Hours

• The Employee's employment is full-time, with a minimum of [Number] hours per week.
• Regular working hours are [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Option A: On-call or after-hours support may be required. [Specify on-call schedule and compensation]
• Option B: No on-call or after-hours support is required.
• All overtime must be pre-approved and recorded according to company policy.

6. Compensation

• Option A: The Employee's salary is [Dollar Amount] per year, paid [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Option B: The Employee's hourly rate is [Dollar Amount] per hour, paid [Pay Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].
• Overtime will be paid at time and a half for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in compliance with Michigan and FLSA law.
• Payment will be made via [Direct Deposit/Check].
• Pay stubs will be provided, itemizing all deductions and earnings, as required by the Michigan Payment of Wages and Fringe Benefits Act.
• Option A: Eligibility for shift premiums: [Specify shift and premium amount]
• Option B: Eligibility for on-call retention pay: [Specify amount and conditions]
• Option C: Eligibility for spot performance bonuses: [Specify conditions]

7. Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Option A: Paid leave under the Michigan Paid Medical Leave Act. [Specify details]
• Option B: Sick leave accrual: [Specify accrual rate]
• Vacation: [Specify accrual rate]
• Personal days: [Number] per year
• Michigan statutory holidays
• Retirement plan: [401(k), 403(b) - specify details]
• Option A: Tuition/Technical certification reimbursement: [Specify details and conditions, including Michigan-based training programs]
• Option B: Technology stipend: [Specify amount and conditions]
• Option C: Parking or commuter benefits: [Specify details for Michigan location]
• Employee assistance program

8. Confidentiality

The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all Employer information, including but not limited to: IT data access, user credentials, customer and corporate data, incident logs, and proprietary company information.

9. Intellectual Property

All scripts, processes, automation tools, and documentation created by the Employee during employment are the intellectual property of the Employer, in compliance with the Michigan Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

10. Use of Open-Source and Third-Party Tools

The Employee must obtain pre-approval for all installations or code contributions related to open-source or third-party tools. Mandatory record-keeping is required for license compliance.

11. Compliance with IT and Cybersecurity Policies

The Employee agrees to comply with all Employer IT and cybersecurity policies, including: multifactor authentication, password management, and governmental compliance (such as Michigan Data Breach Notification Law). The employee will adhere to the protocol for incident reporting, periodic security training, and device management standards.

12. Workplace Conduct

The Employee agrees to adhere to standards of workplace conduct, including anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, and diversity/equity/inclusion protections as outlined in Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act.

13. Performance Appraisal and Training

Performance appraisals will be conducted [Frequency, e.g., annually]. The Employee will participate in ongoing training and skills development plans.

14. Equipment and Tool Assignment

The Employer will provide the Employee with the following equipment: [Laptop, Phone, Access Tokens, etc.]. The Employee is responsible for the loss or damage of such equipment. All equipment must be returned upon termination of employment. All equipment must be managed according to the Michigan Identity Theft Protection Act regarding disposal of devices/data containing sensitive information.

15. External Employment

The Employee shall not engage in external employment, consulting, or freelance technical activities that create a conflict of interest without prior written approval from the Employer.

16. Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure

The Employee agrees not to solicit employees or customers of the Employer during and after the term of employment. The Employee agrees not to disclose confidential information of the Employer.

• Option A: Non-Compete Agreement: [If including a non-compete, ensure it is limited in duration, geography, and scope, demonstrably necessary to protect legitimate business interests, and complies with Michigan's enforceability standards.]

17. At-Will Employment and Termination

Unless otherwise agreed, the Employee's employment is at-will.

• Option A: The Employee must provide [Number] weeks' notice of resignation.
• Option B: The Employer may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause, subject to applicable Michigan law.
• Grounds for immediate dismissal include: data breach, unauthorized access, and policy violations.

18. Health and Safety

The Employee agrees to comply with federal and Michigan occupational health and safety standards (MIOSHA). The Employee will report any injuries or unsafe conditions.

19. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved through [Mediation/Arbitration] in [City, Michigan], governed by Michigan law.

20. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements. Amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties.

21. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan.

22. Worker’s Disability Compensation and Unemployment Insurance

The employee is entitled to benefits as outlined in the Michigan Worker's Disability Compensation Act and unemployment insurance rights.

23. Notice Requirements

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and sent to the addresses listed above.

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

____________________________
[Employer Representative Name]
[Employer Title]

____________________________
[Employee Full Legal Name]

Acknowledgment:

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

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[Employee Full Legal Name]
Date: [Date]