Nevada executive assistant employment contract template

Nevada Executive Assistant Employment Contract

This Nevada Executive Assistant Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of this [Date] by and between [Employer Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

1. Position:

• The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time Executive Assistant.
• Option A: The Employee will report directly to [Executive Name and Title].
• Option B: The Employee will report to [Executive Name and Title], and, in their absence, to [Alternate Executive Name and Title].

2. Duties:

• The Employee's primary duties will include, but are not limited to:
  • Calendar management for executive(s).
  • Meeting coordination (internal & external).
  • Domestic and international travel arrangements, compliant with Nevada travel and expense policies.
  • Handling confidential documents.
  • Drafting and reviewing correspondence.
  • Executive-level gatekeeping and communications.
  • Event planning and execution.
  • Expense reporting.
  • Vendor liaison.
  • Project tracking.
  • Drafting executive summaries.
  • Maintaining sensitive files.
  • Real-time problem-solving for executives.
• Employee shall perform such other duties as are reasonably assigned by Employer.

3. Work Location:

• The primary work location shall be the Employer’s office located at [Employer Address].
• Option A (Hybrid): Employee is eligible for hybrid work. Work-from-home arrangements are subject to Employer's policies and require adherence to secure communication protocols. Employee must maintain a secure home office environment compliant with Nevada data privacy/security requirements.
• Option B (Remote): Employee is eligible for full time remote work. The employee will be provided with the equipment necessary to carry out the duties of the role.

4. Employment Type and Work Hours:

• This is a full-time position.
• The standard work hours are [Start Time] to [End Time], [Number] days per week, Monday through Friday.
• Option A (Overtime): Overtime work may be required. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with Nevada law (NRS 608), at a rate of one and one-half times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.
• Option B (Exempt): Employee is considered an exempt employee. As such, the employee is not eligible for overtime pay.
• Meal and rest periods will be provided in accordance with Nevada law.

5. Compensation:

• The Employee's base [Salary or Hourly Wage] is [Dollar Amount] [per year or per hour], payable [Payment Frequency, e.g., semi-monthly] via [Payment Method, e.g., direct deposit].
• Timekeeping and approval protocols will be in accordance with company policy.
• Option A (Bonus): The Employee may be eligible for a performance-based bonus, the terms of which are outlined in the attached Bonus Plan.
• Option B (Raise): The Employee's salary is subject to review and potential increases at the company's discretion.

6. Benefits:

• The Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans:
  • Health insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Paid time off (PTO), accruing as specified in the Employer's PTO policy, in compliance with NRS 608.0197.
  • Sick leave, compliant with Nevada statutory paid leave rules.
  • Public holiday schedule per Employer policy.
  • Option A (401k): Retirement or 401(k) plan.
  • Option B (No 401k): No retirement or 401(k) plan offered.
  • Expense reimbursement, in accordance with NRS 608.115 and company policy.
  • Option A (Stipend): Phone/laptop stipend of [Dollar Amount] per month.
  • Option B (Stipend): No phone/laptop stipend.
  • Leave for victims of domestic violence, as required by Nevada law.
  • [Other benefits specific to the Employee or Employer]

7. Professional Development:

• Option A: Employer may, at its discretion, provide opportunities for professional development, such as executive support training or attendance at administrative professional conferences in Nevada.
• Option B: Employer will reimburse Employee for membership or certification costs relating to the position up to [Dollar Amount].

8. Confidentiality:

• The Employee acknowledges that during the course of employment, they will have access to confidential and proprietary information of the Employer and its clients.
• The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of such information and not to disclose it to any third party, either during or after employment, in accordance with the Nevada Uniform Trade Secrets Act. Upon termination, the employee will return or destroy any sensitive material.

9. Intellectual Property:

• All process improvements, templates, executive communications, and related works created by the Employee during the course of employment shall be the sole property of the Employer, consistent with Nevada law.

10. Conduct and Ethics:

• The Employee is expected to maintain a high standard of professional conduct, ethics, and appearance.
• The Employee shall comply with all Employer policies and procedures, including those related to communications, discretion, professionalism, and anti-retaliation.
• The Employee shall report any improper or illegal conduct to the appropriate authorities in accordance with Nevada whistleblower protections.

11. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment:

• The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS 613).

12. Background Check and Eligibility:

• Option A: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and eligibility verification.
• Option B: No background check will be performed.
• The employee is required to complete an I-9 form verifying eligibility to work in the United States.

13. Social Media and Public Relations:

• The Employee shall not disclose any confidential information of the Employer or its clients on social media or in any public forum.

14. Travel:

• Option A: The Employee may be required to travel on behalf of the Employer. All travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with Employer policy and Nevada law. Per diem and reimbursement limitations are available in the employee handbook.
• Option B: No travel is expected.

15. At-Will Employment:

• This is an at-will employment relationship, meaning that either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to the notice period below.

16. Termination:

• Option A (Notice Period): Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing [Number] days written notice to the other party.
• Option B (No Notice): No notice period is required.
• Upon termination, the Employee shall return all Employer property.
• Final wage payment will be made in accordance with Nevada law (NRS 608.020-040).
• Option A (Severance): Employee will be eligible for severance in accordance with company policy.
• Option B (No Severance): Employee is not eligible for severance pay.

17. Workplace Health and Safety:

• The Employee shall comply with all applicable Nevada workplace health and safety regulations, including OSHA requirements.

18. Dispute Resolution:

• Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through good faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the parties agree to submit to mediation or binding arbitration within Nevada. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Nevada, and jurisdiction shall be in Clark or Washoe County.

19. Restrictive Covenants:

• Option A (Non-Solicit): Employee agrees not to solicit any clients or employees of the employer for a period of [number] months following termination. This clause is narrowly tailored to protect business confidentiality and maintain key relationships, consistent with NRS 613.195.
• Option B (No Restrictive Covenant): No restrictive covenant is applicable to this agreement.

20. Acknowledgment of Policies:

• The Employee acknowledges receipt of the Employee Handbook, IT/Security Policy, and procedures for reporting concerns, including Nevada-specific hotlines.

21. Amendments:

• This Agreement may be amended only in writing, signed by both parties.

22. Payroll Deductions:

• The Employee authorizes the Employer to make all required Nevada payroll deductions, including tax withholdings, Social Security, Medicare, and workers’ compensation insurance.

23. Eligibility to Work:

• The Employee confirms that they are eligible to work in the United States and in the State of Nevada.

24. Entire Agreement:

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

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]

[Employer Legal Name]

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[Employee Name]