Employee Status Types
Employment classifications and status categories
Employment Classifications
The portal supports various employee status types to accommodate different employment arrangements and business needs.
Hourly
Description: Hourly wage employees
Characteristics:
- Paid by the hour
- Eligible for overtime pay
- Time tracking requirements
- Attendance monitoring
Portal Features:
- Time clock integration
- Overtime request forms
- Attendance tracking
- Schedule management
Common Departments: Warehouse, some administrative roles
Salary
Description: Salaried employees
Characteristics:
- Fixed annual salary
- Exempt from hourly wage requirements
- Professional and managerial roles
- Performance-based evaluations
Portal Features:
- Standard PTO tracking
- Performance management tools
- Professional development resources
- Management-level access (where appropriate)
Common Departments: Executive, Management, Professional roles
Contract
Description: Contract workers
Characteristics:
- Temporary or project-based employment
- Specific contract terms
- Limited benefits eligibility
- Defined work scope and duration
Portal Features:
- Contract-specific access levels
- Project-based resource access
- Limited PTO and benefits features
- Contract duration tracking
Common Usage: Specialized projects, temporary coverage, consulting
Intern
Description: Internship positions
Characteristics:
- Educational or training-focused
- Temporary positions
- Mentorship and learning opportunities
- Reduced access levels
Portal Features:
- Training-focused access
- Learning and development resources
- Mentorship program integration
- Educational content priority
Common Departments: All departments for learning opportunities
Part-time
Description: Part-time employees
Characteristics:
- Reduced hours (typically less than 40 hours/week)
- Prorated benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Limited availability
Portal Features:
- Part-time schedule management
- Prorated PTO tracking
- Flexible time tracking
- Reduced hour calculations
Common Usage: Flexible staffing, specialized roles, work-life balance
Status-Specific Portal Behavior
- PTO Calculations: Different accrual rates and limits based on status
- Access Levels: Status-appropriate access to features and information
- Reporting: Status-specific reporting and metrics
- Compliance: Status-appropriate compliance and legal requirements
Benefits and Compensation
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Standard Benefits Package
- • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- • Retirement plan (401k with company matching)
- • Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days)
- • Life insurance and disability coverage
- • Professional development opportunities
- • Employee assistance programs
Applicable Status Types
- • Salary employees (full benefits)
- • Hourly employees working 30+ hours/week
- • Some contract positions (based on contract terms)
Part-Time and Contract Benefits
Limited Benefits Package
- • Prorated PTO (based on hours worked)
- • Limited health insurance options
- • Basic workers' compensation coverage
- • Access to employee assistance programs
- • Some professional development opportunities
Applicable Status Types
- • Part-time employees (prorated benefits)
- • Contract workers (contract-specific benefits)
- • Interns (limited benefits and stipends)
Status Change Management
Common Status Changes
- Intern to Full-Time: Conversion process for successful interns
- Part-Time to Full-Time: Increase in hours and benefits eligibility
- Contract to Permanent: Conversion from contract to employee status
- Hourly to Salary: Promotion to salaried position
Change Process
- Manager Approval: Direct manager must approve status changes
- HR Review: HR reviews for compliance and policy adherence
- Benefits Adjustment: Benefits and compensation adjusted accordingly
- Portal Updates: System access and features updated automatically
Compliance and Legal Considerations
Labor Law Compliance
- Overtime Regulations: Proper overtime calculation for hourly employees
- Break Requirements: Mandated breaks based on hours worked
- Classification Rules: Proper classification of exempt vs. non-exempt
- Contract Terms: Adherence to contract-specific terms and conditions
Reporting and Documentation
- Time Tracking: Accurate time tracking for compliance
- Status Documentation: Proper documentation of employment status
- Benefits Reporting: Accurate reporting of benefits eligibility
- Audit Trails: Maintained records for compliance audits
Performance Management
Status-Specific Evaluation
- Salaried Employees: Annual performance reviews with goal setting
- Hourly Employees: Regular performance check-ins and skill assessments
- Contract Workers: Project-based evaluations and deliverable assessments
- Interns: Learning-focused evaluations and mentorship reviews
Development Opportunities
- Career Advancement: Status-appropriate career development paths
- Training Programs: Access to relevant training and development
- Skill Building: Opportunities for skill development and growth
- Mentorship: Mentorship programs for professional development