Employment Statement
What is this form?
The Employment Statement is a legal document that establishes an employee's commitment to uphold the confidentiality of company information and adhere to company policies. This form serves to protect sensitive data from unauthorized disclosure and clarifies that the employment relationship is at-will, meaning either party can terminate it at any time without cause. It is distinct from other employment contracts by specifically addressing confidentiality obligations and intellectual property rights related to developments created during employment.
Form components explained
- Employee acknowledgment of company policies and procedures.
- Commitment to confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
- Clarification of the at-will employment status.
- Assignment of ownership rights to any developments made by the employee.
- Non-recruitment clause to prevent poaching of colleagues.
When to use this form
This form should be used when onboarding new employees to ensure they understand their responsibilities regarding company policies and confidentiality. It is also important to use this form in situations where company secrets or intellectual property are at risk of exposure, as it provides legal groundwork for protecting proprietary information.
Who should use this form
- Employers looking to formalize confidentiality agreements with new hires.
- Small business owners who want to protect trade secrets and proprietary information.
- HR professionals in charge of employee onboarding processes.
How to complete this form
- Enter the name of the company in the designated space.
- Read through each section carefully to understand the obligations.
- Sign and date the form in the signature area to confirm acceptance.
- Provide the printed name of the employee for record-keeping.
- Ensure the signed document is filed with employee records.
Is notarization required?
This form usually doesn’t need to be notarized. However, local laws or specific transactions may require it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete it remotely through a secure video session, available 24/7.
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to have both parties sign and date the form.
- Not providing a copy of the signed form to the employee.
- Leaving sections blank, particularly where the company name should be included.
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An employee work statement spells out in detail your employees' daily work duties, while a job description gives a basic outline, usually in a paragraph or two, of your workers' overall job duties.
The employment forms you may need include job applications, W-2 forms, an I-9 form, and a W-4 form. Some forms are available from the companies you're applying to, some you may already have, and others are available online or need to be ordered.
Outline employee's duties and responsibilities before you hire. Specify the daily tasks and duties you expect your employees to complete. List all the duties and responsibilities an Employee will be expected to Perform. Make it Mandatory for your employees to sign the statement.
Step 1: Provide Your Information. Provide your name, address, filing status, and Social Security number. Step 2: Add Multiple Jobs or a Working Spouse. Step 3: Add Dependents. Step 4: Add Other Adjustments. Step 5: Sign and Date W-4 Form.
The principal statement must include at least: the employer's name. the employee's or worker's name, job title or a description of work and start date. how much and how often an employee or worker will get paid.
Outline employee's duties and responsibilities before you hire. Specify the daily tasks and duties you expect your employees to complete. List all the duties and responsibilities an Employee will be expected to Perform. Make it Mandatory for your employees to sign the statement.
Employer address. Name and address of the company requesting verification. Employee name. Employment dates. Employee job title. Employee job description. Employee current salary. Reason for termination.
First, fill out an employment verification form. Second, draft a short letter of consent, if necessary. Next, provide a list of all required details. Last, include your contact information and complete your request.