Offer Letter/Short-Form Employment Agreement for a Non-Executive (CA)

by Practical Law Labor & Employment

A California-specific offer letter/short-form employment agreement containing terms and conditions of employment for a non-executive employee to be signed by both the employer and employee. This Standard Document is based on California and federal law and is intended to be used by private employers for their nonunionized workforce. It addresses the employee's position and duties, exempt or nonexempt classification, compensation structure, and eligibility for benefits. This Standard Document provides optional language to establish either an at-will employment relationship or a for-cause arrangement and guides employers in structuring a conditional job offer, which may be contingent on requirements such as background checks, references, and verification of work eligibility. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.