A District of Columbia (DC) employment contract is used to hire employees in the District of Columbia. An employment contract details what is required of both the employee and the employer. It outlines the job responsibilities of the employee, any confidentiality clauses they need to adhere to and the compensation they will receive from the employer.
Employment Contracts: What to Consider as an Employer in DC
Before you write a DC employment contract, you need to know the following labor laws and requirements for the District of Columbia.
At-Will
DC is an at-will employment jurisdiction. [1]
Minimum Wage Laws in DC
Basic Minimum Rate (per hour): $16.10
Premium Pay After Designated Hours: Weekly – 40
The minimum wage in DC is adjusted annually on July 1st, based on a set formula.
Employment/Age Certification in DC
Neither employment certificates nor age certification is required in DC. Employers are expected to ensure that they comply with all DC child labor restrictions and regulations.
Payday Requirements in DC
DC requires employers to pay employees regularly on at least a semi-monthly basis.
Minimum Periods for Breaks and Meals in DC
DC does not have any requirements for minimum periods for breaks or meals.
DC Employment Contract Sample
Download a DC employment contract template in PDF or Word format below.
