Employee Agreement Document

EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT DOCUMENT

Parties and Notices

This Employee Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into between Employer Name: and Employee Name: .

Personal Information

Position and Compensation

Job Title:   Department:

Agreed Start Date:   Salary or Rate:   Pay Frequency:

Employment Status: Full-Time Part-Time Exempt Non-Exempt

Duties and Term

Employee shall perform the duties and responsibilities customarily associated with the position specified above and such other duties as Employer may reasonably assign. Employee agrees to devote full working time and best efforts to the performance of Employee's duties.

Term: The employment relationship is at-will, unless specifically modified in a written agreement signed by both parties. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to any statutory or contractual obligations to the contrary.

Confidentiality, IP and Restrictive Covenants

Employee acknowledges that during the course of employment Employee will have access to confidential, proprietary, and trade secret information of Employer. Employee agrees (a) to hold such information in strict confidence, (b) not to disclose such information except as required in the performance of duties for Employer, and (c) to return all such materials upon termination. Employee further assigns to Employer all right, title and interest in inventions, developments, discoveries and works of authorship made or conceived during the course of employment that relate to Employer's business.

Non-Solicitation: For a period of 12 months following termination, Employee shall not directly solicit Employer's active customers or attempt to recruit employees of Employer for employment with a competitor, subject to applicable law.

Non-Competition: To the extent enforceable under applicable law, Employee agrees not to engage in competitive employment or business within a radius of 50 miles of Employer's principal place of business for a period of 12 months following termination. Such restriction is intended to protect legitimate business interests and shall be limited in scope to the extent necessary for enforceability.

Benefits and Leaves

Employee will be eligible to participate in Employer's benefit plans pursuant to the terms and eligibility requirements of those plans. Employer reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate benefit plans at any time in its discretion, subject to applicable law.

Termination; Severance

Termination for Cause: Employer may terminate Employee for cause for material breach, dishonesty, insubordination, willful misconduct, or criminal activity. Termination for Cause will be effective immediately upon notice to Employee. Termination without Cause: Employer may terminate without cause upon notice or pay in lieu of notice as required by law or as otherwise agreed in writing.

Background Check and Authorizations

Employee hereby authorizes Employer and its agents to conduct employment reference checks, criminal background checks, credit checks to the extent permitted by law, and verification of education and professional credentials. Employee authorizes prior employers and educational institutions to release records and information to Employer in connection with these investigations.

Employee consents to the foregoing background investigations and verifications.

Employment History

Start Date:   End Date:

Start Date:   End Date:

Education

Graduation Date:

References

Legal Disclosures and Certifications

At-Will Employment: Employee acknowledges and agrees that, unless otherwise expressly provided in a separate written agreement signed by both parties, Employee's employment with Employer is at-will. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Equal Opportunity: Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on a person's qualifications and ability to perform the work, without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the At-Will Employment statement above.

Applicant Certification: I certify that the information provided in this Agreement and any attachments is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. I authorize Employer to verify any information provided and to obtain information about my past employment, education, and other relevant matters.

I certify that all information provided herein is true and complete.

Dispute Resolution; Governing Law

The parties agree to attempt to resolve employment-related disputes in good faith through internal processes. Any dispute that cannot be resolved through such processes shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the rules chosen by the arbitrator, except where prohibited by law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which Employer's principal place of business is located, without regard to conflict of laws rules.

Miscellaneous

Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held 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 agreements and understandings, written or oral. Amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Authorization to Contact and Release

Employee authorizes Employer and its agents to contact references, former employers, educational institutions and any other persons or entities to obtain information relevant to Employee's employment and authorizes those parties to release such information. Employee releases those parties from liability for furnishing such information.

I authorize Employer to contact my previous employers and references as described above.

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