Use a Wisconsin employment contract to detail the terms and conditions of employment. An employment contract outlines what is expected of both the employer and the employee and covers elements such as the period of employment, the job responsibilities of the employee, the financial compensation the employer will pay, and how to terminate the employment. Additional provisions can also be included if the employer requires them, such as confidentiality or non-disclosure clauses.
Employment Contracts: What to Consider as an Employer in Wisconsin
Before you start writing your Wisconsin employment contract, ensure you know the state labor laws and requirements.
At-Will
Wisconsin is an at-will employment state.
Minimum Wage Laws in Wisconsin
Basic Minimum Rate (per hour): $7.25
Premium Pay After Designated Hours: Weekly – 40
Employment/Age Certification in Wisconsin
Wisconsin requires employment certificates for minors under 18. Age certification is not required, however, an age certification is required by law to be provided on request for minors 18 and over.
Certificates are issued by volunteer permit officers who are representatives of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
Payday Requirements in Wisconsin
Wisconsin requires most employers to pay workers on at least a monthly basis, with no longer than 31 days between pay periods. There are some exceptions: [1]
- Employees engaged in logging (must be paid at least quarterly)
- Those engaged in farm labor (must be paid at least quarterly)
- Unclassified employees of the UW system (left to the system)
- Part-time firefighters and part-time emergency medical
- Technicians (must be paid at regular intervals, at least annually).
Minimum Periods for Breaks and Meals in Wisconsin
Wisconsin does not require minimum paid rest or meal periods.
Wisconsin Employment Contract Sample
Download a Wisconsin employment contract template below.
