If your company has a variety of employment categories, it is a good idea to outline them in your handbook so that there is no misunderstanding. Many companies offer benefits based on employment category (where allowed by laws and regulations). For example, part time employees may not be eligible for group insurance, paid vacation, and other benefits.
Note that detailed job descriptions do not normally belong in the employee handbook. It is a good idea, however, to provide the new employee with a copy of the job description for their position so that expectations and development goals are well-defined.
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Small Business Notes Permanent Full Time is an employee who has no termination date and who is regularly scheduled to work 37.75 to 40 hours per week. Permanent Part Time is an employee whose position has no termination date and who is scheduled to work 20 or more hours, but less than 37.75 hours per week. Temporary Full Time is an employee who is hired or promoted for certain length of time and who is scheduled to work 37.75 hours per week. Temporary Part Time is an employee who is hired or promoted for a certain length of time and who is scheduled to work 20 hour or more, but less than 37.75 hours per week. |
You may also need to cover the difference between exempt and non-exempt positions, often also called salaried and hourly workers. Be certain that you know the difference between independent contractors and employees.
