Throughout the course of your employment, an employee is free to leave your employment at any time, for any reason. An employer/recruiter reserve a similar right to end the employment relationship, or change an employee’s position, title, job responsibilities, or compensation, at any time, with or without advance notice, for any reason or for no reason, and with or without cause. This is called “employment at will” and no one other than the President or Chief Executive Officer has the authority to alter this arrangement, to enter into an agreement for employment for a specified period of time, or to make any agreement concerning the terms of your employment that is contrary to this policy. Furthermore, such an agreement must be in writing and must be signed by both employee and the President or Chief Executive Officer.
JOB Classification Of Employment
Exempt Employees
Exempt employees are employees whose duties and responsibilities are primarily of a managerial, professional, and/or administrative nature and whose pay is such that they are exempt from state and federal law overtime laws. Such employees are not require to keep a time record.
Non-Exempt employment
Non-exempt employees are employees whose duties and responsibilities are primarily secretarial /clerical and technical such as construction labor, customer service, general repairs, and club operations service employees. The recruitING Company is required to pay such employees overtime in accordance with state and federal laws and these employees are required to keep a time record of all hours worked for payroll purposes.
Full-Time Employees
Full-time employees are defined as those employees who are hired to work on a regular basis for a minimum of 40 or more hours per week. They are eligible for most employer-sponsored benefits.
Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are defined as those employees who are hired to work on a regular basis for less than 30 hours per week. They are eligible for employer-sponsored benefits only as provided in this Employee Handbook.
On-Call Employees
On-call employees are define as those employees who are not schedule regularly. They work only as needed and as called in. On-call employees are not eligible for mos employer-sponsor benefits.
Temporary Employment
These are employees who hold jobs of limited duration arising out of special projects, seasonal needs, abnormal workloads, or emergencies. An employee cannot change from temporary status unless specifically informed of such a change in writing. Temporary employees are not eligible for any employer-sponsor benefits.
Employment Classification and the Impact on Benefits
Employment classification, whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor, can have a significant impact on benefits. Here are some key considerations for businesses when it comes to the impact of employment classification on benefits:
- Employee benefits
Employees are typically eligible for a range of benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Independent contractors, on the other hand, are generally not eligible for these benefits.
- Compliance
Businesses that classify workers as independent contractors must ensure that they comply with federal and state employment laws and regulations, such as minimum wage, overtime, and workers’ compensation.
- Cost
Providing benefits to employees can be costly for businesses, as they are responsible for contributing to the cost of these benefits. Independent contractors, on the other hand, do not require the same level of financial investment from businesses in terms of benefits.
- Recruitment and retention
Offering benefits can be an important factor in attracting and retaining top talent. Businesses that are unable to offer benefits may struggle to compete with other employers in terms of recruitment and retention.
- Morale and productivity
Offering benefits can also have a positive impact on employee morale and productivity, as employees may feel more valued and motivated when they receive benefits.
Other Classifications
Because of the type of businesses we operate, other classifications may occur, i.e., pieceworkers, commission salespeople and independent contractors.
The following factors are consider in determining whether a non-exempt employee’s on-call time is compensable:
- The degree to which the non-exempt employee is free to engage in personal activities;
- Any excessive geographical limitations associated with the on-call time;
- Any on-premises living requirement;
- The number of calls and whether the frequency is unduly restrictive;
- Any fixed time limit for the response that is restrictive;
- The ability of on-call employees to trade on-call responsibilities with other employees;
- Whether the employee actually engages in personal activities during the on-call time.
Addressing Employee Classification Issues in the Workplace
Addressing employee classification issues in the workplace can be a challenging and complex process. Employers must ensure that they are properly classifying their employees in compliance with all applicable laws.
Employers should also be mindful of any state or local laws that may apply and be sure to keep up to date on any changes in the law. Additionally, employers should communicate with their employees about their classification and review their personnel policies and procedures to ensure their classification practices align with the law.
Employers should also ensure that their employee records are accurate and up to date and that their employees understand their rights and responsibilities under the law. Taking the time to properly address employee classification issues can help employers avoid potential legal issues and ensure that their employees are properly compensate and treat fairly.
