Washington retail sales associate employment contract template

Washington Retail Sales Associate Employment Contract

This Washington Retail Sales Associate Employment Contract (the “Agreement”) is made and effective as of [Date], by and between [Employer Name], located at [Employer Address] (“Employer”), and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] (“Employee”).

Position: Retail Sales Associate

Responsibilities:

• Option A: Provide excellent customer service and assist customers with their shopping needs.
• Option B: Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and manage cash register procedures in compliance with Washington retail standards.
• Option C: Participate in product knowledge training and maintain up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise.
• Option D: Receive, restock, and organize inventory.
• Option E: Implement loss prevention strategies.
• Option F: Set up merchandising and displays according to store guidelines.
• Option G: Upsell and cross-sell products to customers.
• Option H: Comply with age-restricted sales (alcohol, tobacco, lottery) as required by Washington law.
• Option I: Accurately record sales and returns.
• Option J: Participate in store meetings and required safety drills.
• Option K: Adhere to company dress code and personal appearance standards.
• Option L: Other: [Specify other responsibilities]

Store Location:

• Option A: Employee will primarily work at the [Store Location] store.
• Option B: Employee may be assigned to work at various store locations as needed. Store assignment policy: [Describe store assignment policy]

Work Schedule:

• Option A: The standard work schedule is [Number] hours per day and [Number] hours per week. Specific schedule: [Specify schedule]
• Option B: Schedule will vary based on business needs. Employee will be notified of schedule at least [Number] days in advance.
• Option C: The schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Option D: Meal and Rest Breaks: Employee is entitled to a 30-minute unpaid meal break for shifts over 5 hours and 10-minute paid rest breaks every 4 hours, in accordance with Washington wage and hour laws.

Overtime:

• Option A: Employee is eligible for overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times the regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek, in accordance with Washington’s Minimum Wage Act.
• Option B: Employee is not eligible for overtime pay.
• Option C: Overtime must be pre-approved by [Supervisor Title].

Compensation:

• Option A: Hourly wage: [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Salary: [Dollar Amount] per [Pay Period].
• Option C: Tips: Employee may be eligible to receive tips, in accordance with company policy and Washington law. Tips policy: [Describe tips policy]
• Option D: Commissions: Employee may be eligible for commissions based on sales performance. Commission structure: [Describe commission structure]
• Option E: Incentives: Employee may be eligible for incentives based on achieving sales targets or other performance metrics. Incentive details: [Describe incentive details]
• Option F: Store-level bonuses: Employee may be eligible for store-level bonuses. Bonus details: [Describe bonus details]
• Option G: Pay Period: [Pay Period Frequency]
• Option H: Performance Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated [Frequency of Evaluation] by [Evaluator Title] using the following criteria: [Describe Evaluation Criteria].

Benefits:

• Option A: Washington Paid Sick Leave: Employee will accrue paid sick leave at a rate of at least 1 hour per 40 hours worked, in accordance with Washington law.
• Option B: Paid Family and Medical Leave: Employer participates in the state-mandated paid family and medical leave program.
• Option C: Health Insurance: Employee is eligible for health insurance coverage after [Number] days of employment. Details: [Describe health insurance benefits]
• Option D: Dental Insurance: Employee is eligible for dental insurance coverage after [Number] days of employment. Details: [Describe dental insurance benefits]
• Option E: Vision Insurance: Employee is eligible for vision insurance coverage after [Number] days of employment. Details: [Describe vision insurance benefits]
• Option F: 401(k) or Other Retirement Plan: Employee is eligible to participate in the [Retirement Plan Name] retirement plan after [Number] days of employment. Details: [Describe retirement plan details]
• Option G: Employee Discounts: Employee is eligible for employee discounts on store merchandise. Details: [Describe employee discount policy]
• Option H: Uniform Stipend: Employee will receive a uniform stipend of [Dollar Amount] per [Time Period].
• Option I: Transportation/Parking Allowance: [Describe Transportation/Parking Allowance]
• Option J: Training and Advancement Opportunities: [Describe Training and Advancement Opportunities]

Reporting Structure:

• Option A: Employee will report to the Store Manager.
• Option B: Employee will report to the Shift Supervisor.

Company Equipment:

• Option A: Employee will be required to use company equipment such as registers, handheld scanners, radios, and store keys.
• Option B: Employee is responsible for the proper care and maintenance of company equipment.

Workplace Conduct:

• Option A: Employee is expected to interact with customers in a respectful and professional manner.
• Option B: Employer maintains a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and discrimination. Employee is expected to comply with all anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies, covering all legal categories protected under Washington Law Against Discrimination.
• Option C: Employee is required to report any suspected theft or shoplifting incidents.
• Option D: Employee is prohibited from using drugs or alcohol while on duty.

Non-Compete/Confidentiality:

• Option A: No Non-Compete Agreement: Employee is not subject to a non-compete agreement.
• Option B: Non-Solicitation: During employment and for a period of [Number] months following termination, Employee shall not solicit customers or employees of the Employer.
• Option C: Confidentiality: Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of customer data, loyalty program information, credit card details, and store sales data, in accordance with Washington data privacy laws. Employee is prohibited from using or disclosing such information for personal gain.

At-Will Employment:

• Option A: Employment is at-will, meaning that either the Employee or the Employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to Washington law.
• Option B: Termination Procedures:
  • Voluntary Resignation: Employee shall provide [Number] days written notice of resignation.
  • Involuntary Dismissal: Employer reserves the right to terminate employment for cause, with or without notice.

Workplace Injury/Accident Reporting:

• Option A: Employee is required to report any workplace injury or accident immediately to [Supervisor Title].
• Option B: Employer will comply with Washington workers’ compensation laws and occupational safety requirements.

Dispute Resolution:

• Option A: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through [Dispute Resolution Method, e.g., mediation, arbitration].
• Option B: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington. The courts of Washington shall have jurisdiction over any disputes.

Mandatory Training:

• Option A: Employee is required to participate in mandatory state and local training, including sexual harassment prevention training and youth employment rules (if applicable).
• Option B: List of trainings: [List of required trainings].

Eligibility Verification:

• Option A: Employee must provide documentation to verify eligibility for employment in accordance with Washington and federal employment laws (I-9 process).

Union Membership:

• Option A: This retail operation is unionized. Employee is subject to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between the Employer and [Union Name].
• Option B: This retail operation is not unionized.

Accommodation for Disabilities:

• Option A: Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law.
• Option B: Employee must request any needed accommodations from [HR Contact/Supervisor].

Electronic Surveillance:

• Option A: Employer may utilize electronic surveillance, video monitoring, or locker/counter searches for security purposes, in compliance with Washington privacy expectations.
• Option B: Employee acknowledges and agrees to comply with these policies.

Wage Theft Prohibitions:

• Option A: Employer will accurately record time worked and provide access to pay records, in compliance with Washington’s wage theft prohibitions.
• Option B: Employee has the right to file a complaint with the Washington Department of Labor & Industries if wages are not paid properly.

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: ____________________________