Nebraska receptionist employment contract template

Nebraska Receptionist Employment Contract

This Nebraska Receptionist Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation/Organization] [Entity Type, e.g., Corporation, LLC] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employer," and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], hereinafter referred to as "Employee."

1. Position:

Option A: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time Receptionist.

Option B: The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a part-time Receptionist.

2. Job Duties:

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

• Greeting and directing visitors.
• Answering and routing phone calls.
• Managing front desk operations.
• Maintaining visitor logs.
• Scheduling appointments.
• Receiving and distributing mail and packages.
• Operating office equipment (such as multi-line phone systems, copiers, and fax machines).
• Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Monitoring supplies for the reception area.
• Providing general administrative support to staff as needed.

3. Professional Appearance:

Option A: Employee shall maintain a professional appearance consistent with Employer's dress code policy, as detailed in the Employee Handbook.

Option B: Employee shall maintain a professional appearance, defined as [Dress Code Description, e.g., business casual attire].

4. Required Skills:

Employee must be proficient in:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Google Workspace
• [Specific Office Software, e.g., QuickBooks, Salesforce]

Employee is expected to possess excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette.

5. Reporting Structure:

Employee shall report directly to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title].

Department: [Department Name]

Employee will follow established communication protocols for escalating issues or emergencies, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

6. Work Location:

The primary work location is [Employer Address] in [City], Nebraska.

Employee is required to be on-site.

Visitor and security procedures are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Option A: Remote work is not permitted for this position.

Option B: Remote work is permitted according to the Employer’s Remote Work Policy.

7. Employment Status:

This is a full-time position.

Standard weekly hours: [Number] hours per week.

Shift schedule: [Shift Schedule, e.g., Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM].

Nebraska law does not require meal or rest breaks for adult employees; however, Employer policy provides:

• Option A: A [Duration] minute unpaid meal break.
• Option B: A [Duration] minute paid rest break.
• Option C: No meal or rest breaks are provided.

Employee is expected to be punctual.

Employee is eligible for overtime pay according to FLSA and Nebraska standards.

Procedures for requesting time off are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Attendance will be tracked using [Attendance Tracking Method].

8. Compensation:

Employee shall be paid at a rate of [Dollar Amount] per [Hour/Year].

This rate meets or exceeds the Nebraska minimum wage.

Overtime will be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Pay periods are [Pay Period Frequency, e.g., bi-weekly].

Method of wage payment: [Check/Direct Deposit].

Procedures for reporting payroll discrepancies are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Employer complies with the Nebraska Wage Payment and Collection Act.

9. Benefits:

Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance: [Details of Health Insurance Coverage]
• Dental Insurance: [Details of Dental Insurance Coverage]
• Vision Insurance: [Details of Vision Insurance Coverage]
• Retirement Plan: [Details of Retirement Plan, e.g., 401(k) with Employer Match]
• Paid Vacation: [Number] days per year.
• Paid Sick Leave: [Number] days per year.
• Personal Days: [Number] days per year.
• Employer-Paid Holidays: [List of Holidays]
• Option A: Wellness Stipend: [Dollar Amount] per [Period].
• Option B: Transportation Stipend: [Dollar Amount] per [Period].
• Option C: Uniform Stipend: [Dollar Amount] per [Period].

10. Confidentiality:

Employee shall maintain strict confidentiality regarding:

• Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of visitors, employees, and clients.
• Incoming confidential documents.
• Sensitive business information.

Employee's obligations under this section survive termination of employment.

11. Anti-Harassment and Anti-Discrimination:

Employer is committed to providing a workplace free of harassment and discrimination.

Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, or veteran status is prohibited under Nebraska and federal law.

Employee is expected to interact professionally with all individuals.

Reporting procedures for complaints are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

12. IT Acceptable Use Policy:

Employee's use of Employer's IT resources is governed by the IT Acceptable Use Policy, including:

• Appropriate use of internet and email.
• Responsible handling of visitor Wi-Fi passwords.
• Adherence to cybersecurity protocols.

13. Workplace Safety:

Employer complies with Nebraska Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) regulations.

Emergency response procedures are outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Employee shall follow all safety protocols, including evacuation routes and procedures for managing visitors during emergencies.

Employee shall report any accidents or incidents occurring in public areas immediately to [Designated Contact].

14. Property and Records Management:

Employee is responsible for safeguarding visitor badges, keys, and access cards.

Employee shall follow established procedures for handling lost and found items.

15. Termination:

Employment is at-will, meaning either party may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause, subject to the notice requirements below.

Employee may resign by providing [Number] days written notice to Employer.

Employer may terminate Employee's employment with or without cause.

Final wage payment will be made in accordance with Nebraska law.

Upon termination, Employee shall return all Employer and third-party property.

Post-termination obligations regarding confidentiality shall remain in effect.

16. Worker's Compensation:

Employer maintains worker's compensation coverage as required by Nebraska law.

Instructions and required postings regarding worker's compensation are displayed in the workplace.

Employee shall report any work-related injury immediately to [Designated Contact].

17. Retaliation:

Employer prohibits retaliation against employees for filing safety, wage, or discrimination complaints, as protected by Nebraska law.

18. Performance Evaluation:

Employee's performance will be evaluated [Evaluation Frequency, e.g., annually].

Evaluation criteria include:

• Phone etiquette.
• Professionalism.
• Attendance.
• Client satisfaction.
• Organization.
• Accuracy in records.

Performance evaluations may result in [Consequences/Rewards, e.g., merit increases, promotions, disciplinary action].

19. Policy Revisions:

Employer reserves the right to revise its policies and procedures with reasonable advance notice.

Employee acknowledgment of policy revisions may be required.

20. Mandatory Training:

Employee is required to complete the following training:

• [Front Desk Software Training]
• [First Aid/CPR Certification]
• [Customer Service Training]
• [Compliance Training (e.g., HIPAA, if applicable)]

Employer is responsible for the costs associated with required training.

21. Workplace Accessibility:

Option A: Employer provides parking for employees.

Option B: Employer does not provide parking.

Workplace accessibility is compliant with ADA and Nebraska public accommodations law.

22. Dispute Resolution:

The parties agree to attempt informal resolution of any disputes.

If informal resolution is unsuccessful, the parties agree to mediate or arbitrate the dispute in [City], Nebraska.

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

Jurisdiction for any legal action related to this Agreement shall be exclusively in the state and federal courts located in Nebraska.

23. Employee Handbook:

The Employee Handbook, as it may be amended from time to time, is incorporated by reference into this Agreement. Employee agrees to be bound by the policies set forth therein. The Employee Handbook is provided to the employee separately.

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

____________________________

[Employer Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

____________________________

[Employee Name]

Date: ____________________________