"Pink slip" or work separation notice - optional in most states - not required in Texas (however, giving at least a simple work separation notice can help prevent ex-employees from filing wage claims based upon "work" they allegedly did after your company thought they were gone - see comment 5 under "Work Separations - ...
Most U.S. states have at-will employment, which means an employee can resign without notice and for no stated cause. However, there are some exceptions. For employees covered by an employment contract, the contract may stipulate how much notice you are expected to give.
Unlike contract employment, at-will employees have no contract outlining terms of their employment, including when and how it can be terminated by either the employer or the employee. At-will employees can quit at any time, due to any circumstance — although two weeks' advance notice is usually the expectation.
Unlike contract employment, at-will employees have no contract outlining terms of their employment, including when and how it can be terminated by either the employer or the employee. At-will employees can quit at any time, due to any circumstance — although two weeks' advance notice is usually the expectation.
Technically, the answer is yes. In most cases, it's entirely up to the employer to determine whether they want the person who is resigning to complete their final two weeks or whether they'd prefer to let them go right away.
The Texas Work Commission (TWC) recognizes that two weeks' notice is standard in most industries. However, employees can resign with or without giving notice to their employer. In Texas, employees may become eligible for certain benefits if they provide notice before resigning.
A two weeks notice letter should include your contact information, the date, the recipient's information, a clear statement of resignation, your last working day, an offer to assist during the transition, and a note of gratitude towards your employer.
A formal two-week notice letter should be brief, professional and informative. In short, it should include the following: A statement of resignation, including a departure date. Expression of gratitude, highlighting the opportunities gained and lessons learned.