North Dakota HR generalist employment contract template

North Dakota HR Generalist Employment Contract

This Employment Contract is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Name], a [State] [Entity Type] with its principal place of business at [Employer Address], North Dakota ("Employer"), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], North Dakota ("Employee").

1. Position

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a full-time HR Generalist.

Option A: This is a full-time position.

Option B: This is a part-time position, averaging [Number] hours per week.

2. Job Duties

The Employee shall perform the following duties:

• Recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new employees.
• Administering employee benefits programs.
• Coordinating payroll processes.
• Handling employee relations matters, including discipline and grievances.
• Ensuring compliance with federal and North Dakota state employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, North Dakota Human Rights Act).
• Preparing EEO and affirmative action reports.
• Enforcing workplace safety standards under OSHA and North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) programs.
• Administering the employee handbook.
• Managing the HRIS system.
• Coordinating training and development programs.
• Managing performance evaluations.
• Maintaining confidential personnel files.
• Interpreting company policies.
• Managing employee leave requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

3. Qualifications

The Employee represents that they possess the following qualifications:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Preferred: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Minimum of [Number] years of experience as an HR Generalist.
• Thorough knowledge of North Dakota employment laws and regulations.

4. Reporting Structure

The Employee shall report to the [Supervisor Title] in the [Department] Department.

Option A: The Employee shall report to the CEO.

Option B: The Employee shall report to the HR Director.

5. Work Location and Hours

The Employee's primary work location shall be [Work Location], North Dakota.

Regular business hours are [Start Time] to [End Time], Monday through Friday.

Option A: This position offers flexible scheduling options, subject to Employer approval.

Option B: This position is [Remote/Hybrid] with [Number] days required on-site per week.

Option C: The employee will be required to be on call during certain times [Schedule].

6. Employment Type and Hours

This is a full-time employment position.

The Employee's regular work schedule shall be [Number] hours per week.

Option A: The Employee is entitled to a [Number] minute meal break and two 15-minute rest breaks per day (Company Policy).

Option B: The Employee may be required to work overtime as needed.

7. Compensation

The Employer shall pay the Employee a base salary of [Dollar Amount] per year, payable [Frequency of Payment].

Option A: The Employee is eligible for overtime pay at a rate of 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with FLSA and North Dakota law.

Option B: The Employee is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus of up to [Percentage]% of their base salary, based on achievement of HR Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

8. Benefits

The Employee shall be eligible to participate in the Employer's benefits programs, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching [Percentage]%.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal leave).
• Bereavement leave.
• Statutory holidays as observed in North Dakota.

Option A: The employee accrues PTO based on [Accrual Rate].

Option B: The employee has unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval.

9. Compliance with Laws

The Employee shall comply with all applicable federal and North Dakota state employment laws.

Option A: The employee will be subject to background check and drug testing per company policy.

Option B: The employee must complete and return an I-9 form to verify work authorization within 3 days of hire.

10. Confidentiality and Data Privacy

The Employee shall maintain the confidentiality of all employee records and sensitive company information.

Option A: The Employee shall comply with all applicable data privacy laws, including North Dakota data breach notification rules (if applicable).

Option B: Upon termination of employment, the Employee shall return all company property and confidential information.

11. Intellectual Property

All compliance documentation, HR templates, policies, training materials, and process improvements created by the Employee during employment shall be the property of the Employer.

12. Professional Conduct

The Employee shall adhere to the Employer's anti-discrimination, equal opportunity, and anti-harassment policies, consistent with the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

Option A: The Employee will be expected to conduct all internal investigations with objectivity and impartiality.

Option B: The Employee must adhere to the company ethics and conflict of interest policies.

13. At-Will Employment

This is an at-will employment relationship, and either party may terminate the employment at any time, for any lawful reason, with or without cause or notice.

Option A: The employee will provide [Number] weeks of notice for voluntary resignation.

Option B: The employee's final paycheck will be issued on the next regularly scheduled payday, or within 15 days if requested in writing by the employee, as required by North Dakota law.

14. Restrictive Covenants

The Employee agrees to protect the Employer's confidential information and trade secrets.

Option A: (Non-Solicitation Clause - *Note North Dakota's limitations on non-competes*) The employee agrees not to solicit the employer's employees or clients for a period of [Number] years following termination of employment.

Option B: Due to North Dakota law, a non-compete agreement is NOT part of this agreement.

15. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be resolved through [Dispute Resolution Method].

Option A: Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be submitted to binding arbitration in [City], North Dakota.

Option B: Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Dakota, and venue shall be in [County] County, North Dakota.

16. Workers' Compensation

The Employer provides workers' compensation coverage through North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI).

17. Outside Employment

The Employee must obtain prior written approval from the Employer before engaging in any supplemental outside employment or consulting.

18. Professional Development

The Employer encourages the Employee to pursue ongoing professional development.

Option A: The Employer will reimburse the Employee for reasonable expenses related to HR certifications and training.

Option B: The Employer will pay for Employee's attendance at the annual North Dakota HR Conference.

19. Wage Transparency

The Employer complies with North Dakota's wage transparency provisions.

20. Policy Changes

All policy, handbook, or company manual changes will be provided to the Employee in writing.

21. Severability

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

22. Amendment

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

23. Integration

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

24. Controlling Law

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

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

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature:_________________________