North Carolina HR generalist employment contract template

North Carolina HR Generalist Employment Contract

This North Carolina HR Generalist Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date] by and between [Company Name], a [State] corporation with its principal place of business at [Company Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

Position

• Option A: The Employer hereby hires the Employee as a full-time HR Generalist.
• Option B: The Employee accepts employment as a full-time HR Generalist, reporting to the [Reporting Manager Title].
  • The Employee’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to: managing recruitment and onboarding of employees; administering payroll and benefits; ensuring compliance with federal and North Carolina-specific employment laws (e.g., NC Wage and Hour Act); conducting employee relations investigations; handling workplace complaints; supporting performance management processes; conducting employee training on anti-discrimination, workplace harassment, and other compliance topics specific to NC and federal law; maintaining HR records and documentation per NC retention standards; coordinating occupational health and safety programs as required by NC regulations; and supporting organizational policy development and implementation.

Reporting Structure

• Option A: The Employee will report directly to the [Reporting Manager Title].
• Option B: The Employee will report to the [Reporting Manager Title] and regularly interact with the leadership team, including [List of Leadership Positions].

Work Location

• Option A: The Employee’s primary work location will be [Work Location Address] in North Carolina.
• Option B: The Employee may be eligible for remote/hybrid work arrangements, subject to company policy. Remote work is only permitted within the state of North Carolina.
• Option C: The Employer will provide all necessary equipment for the Employee to perform their duties. The Employee is responsible for maintaining the security of company data and systems.

Employment Status & Work Schedule

• Option A: This is a full-time, [Exempt/Non-Exempt] position, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act and the NC Wage and Hour Act.
• Option B: The Employee’s regular work schedule will be Monday to Friday, from [Start Time] to [End Time], with a [Length] minute lunch break.
• Option C: Overtime pay eligibility for non-exempt employees will be in accordance with North Carolina law.

Compensation

• Option A: The Employer will pay the Employee an annual salary of [Salary Amount] in U.S. dollars, payable [Payment Frequency, e.g., biweekly].
• Option B: The Employer will pay the Employee an hourly wage of [Hourly Wage] in U.S. dollars, payable [Payment Frequency, e.g., biweekly].
• Option C: The Employee is eligible for a performance bonus, contingent on achieving specific HR metrics, as detailed in the company’s bonus plan. Examples include: [List of HR Metrics for Bonus, e.g., Turnover Reduction, Time to Fill, Compliance Audit Scores].
• Option D: All compensation is subject to applicable withholdings and deductions as required by law.

Benefits

• Option A: The Employee is eligible to participate in the Employer’s benefits program, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Option B: The Employee is eligible for the following benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and retirement plan participation. FMLA eligibility will be determined based on federal law.
• Option C: The Employee will accrue paid time off (vacation and sick leave) in accordance with company policy and applicable North Carolina law. Bereavement leave and public holidays recognized by North Carolina will also be provided.
• Option D: The Employee is eligible for professional development and HR certification reimbursement (e.g., SHRM, HRCI), subject to approval.
• Option E: All benefits are subject to change per company policy and applicable North Carolina law.

Ownership of Work Product

• Option A: All documents, employee files, recruitment campaigns, and other work products developed during employment are the sole property of the Employer.
• Option B: The Employee agrees to comply with all employee data privacy requirements under federal and North Carolina law.

Confidentiality

• Option A: The Employee acknowledges that they will have access to confidential information, including employee records, investigation files, payroll information, and company trade secrets.
• Option B: The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of all such information and to comply with all applicable data security and non-disclosure obligations, including the North Carolina Identity Theft Protection Act.

Conflict of Interest and Ethical Conduct

• Option A: The Employee agrees to avoid any conflicts of interest and to adhere to the Employer’s ethical conduct policy.
• Option B: This includes, but is not limited to, avoiding familial hiring, self-dealing, and misuse of company resources.

Anti-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity

• Option A: The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and the North Carolina Equal Employment Practices Act.
• Option B: The Employee is prohibited from engaging in any form of discrimination or harassment.
• Option C: The Employer will display all required postings and notify employees of their rights under applicable laws.

Outside Activities

The Employee is prohibited from engaging in unauthorized external consulting, moonlighting, or providing HR advice or services to third parties without the Employer’s written permission.

Reporting and Compliance

• Option A: The Employee will be responsible for providing regular reports on HR metrics, turnover rates, training participation, and compliance audits.
• Option B: The Employee will cooperate with any audits or regulatory inquiries by the North Carolina Department of Labor or other authorities.

Non-Solicitation and Non-Disclosure (If Applicable)

• Option A: The Employee agrees not to solicit employees or clients of the Employer for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.
• Option B: The Employee agrees not to disclose any confidential information of the Employer for a period of [Number] years following termination of employment.
• Option C: It is acknowledged that North Carolina disfavors overly broad employee non-competes. Any such clauses included must be of limited duration, geographic scope, narrowly defined, and supported by separate consideration consistent with NC law.

At-Will Employment & Termination

• Option A: This is an at-will employment relationship, as defined under North Carolina law. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.
• Option B: In the event of voluntary resignation, the Employee is encouraged to provide [Number] weeks' notice.
• Option C: Upon termination, the Employee will receive their final paycheck in accordance with North Carolina law.
• Option D: Upon termination, the Employee must return all company property.

Workplace Complaints

• Option A: The Employer maintains a policy for handling workplace complaints, including requirements for timely investigation and documentation based on North Carolina best practices.
• Option B: Employees will be afforded leave to participate in investigations or proceedings as needed.

Dispute Resolution

• Option A: Any disputes arising under this Agreement will be subject to internal review, followed by mediation.
• Option B: Any disputes arising under this Agreement will be resolved through litigation in the state courts located in [County Name], North Carolina.
• Option C: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina.

Occupational Health and Safety

• Option A: The Employer complies with all applicable occupational health and safety regulations of the North Carolina Department of Labor.
• Option B: The Employer will display required safety posters and provide mandatory reporting procedures.

Training and Continuing Education

• Option A: The Employee will participate in regular HR training and continuing education on North Carolina and federal law updates.
• Option B: The Employer will establish procedures for implementing legal or regulatory changes affecting HR practices.

E-Verify

The Employer participates in E-Verify and complies with all applicable recordkeeping requirements.

Record Retention

The Employer maintains HR records in accordance with federal and North Carolina-specific record retention schedules (e.g., payroll, EEOC, I-9, and workers’ compensation files).

Background Checks and Drug Testing

• Option A: The Employee is subject to background checks and/or drug testing, as permitted by North Carolina law.
• Option B: The Employer will provide all required disclosures and inform the Employee of their rights under applicable law.

Non-Retaliation

The Employee may not retaliate against any employee for exercising their legal rights under North Carolina or federal law.

Acknowledgment of Handbook and Policies

The Employee acknowledges receipt of the employee handbook and policies on harassment, anti-violence, and workplace safety as mandated by North Carolina law.

Unemployment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation

The Employee is entitled to unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation coverage per North Carolina statutes.

Amendment

This Agreement may only be amended by a written agreement signed by both parties.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written. This Agreement is intended to be role- and state-specific, and can be tailored as needed to reflect the employer’s requirements and current North Carolina legal and regulatory environment.

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

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[Company Representative Name]

[Company Representative Title]

[Company Name]

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[Employee Name]

Employee