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1. Understand the definitions: Familiarize yourself with the criteria that define exempt and nonexempt employees under the FLSA.
2. Determine job duties: Analyze the primary duties of the employee to see if they align with exempt categories such as executive, administrative, or professional.
3. Assess salary requirements: Ensure that the worker earns a salary that meets or exceeds the FLSA threshold for exempt status.
4. Review job titles: Be cautious, as job titles alone do not determine exempt status; it's the actual job duties that matter.
5. Document decisions: Keep detailed records of your assessments and the rationale behind your classification of employees.
6. Consult legal counsel if uncertain: If in doubt about an employee's classification, seek advice from an HR professional or legal expert.

Who needs Exempt vs. Nonexempt? How to Make the Call and Avoid FLSA Overtime Suits?

1. Employers who hire workers: Any business that employs individuals must understand the distinction between exempt and nonexempt status.
2. HR professionals: Human resources personnel need to ensure compliance with FLSA regulations when classifying employees.
3. Payroll departments: Payroll staff must accurately prepare compensation based on employee classifications to avoid legal complications.
4. Managers and supervisors: Those overseeing employees should be aware of the classification to effectively manage workloads and schedules.
5. Companies seeking to avoid lawsuits: Understanding the rules helps businesses mitigate risks related to FLSA overtime suits.

People Also Ask about

Is it bad to go from exempt to non-exempt?

As a side note, non-exempt is not necessarily better than exempt, or vice versa. It's just a matter of incentives. Non-exempt incentivizes you to work more hours to get overtime pay, if you're into that. Exempt incentivizes you to work as efficiently as possible, because you don't get overtime.

Why would my employer change me from exempt to non-exempt?

Your employer is probably changing your classification because of the legal definition of exempt employee, not for altruistic reasons especially if they know you've been working more than 40 hours/Wk.

Can you change an exempt employee to nonexempt?

Answer: Yes, it's possible to make this change. Any employee can be classified as a nonexempt employee, although we generally recommend that all employees in the same role have the same classification. That being said, exempt employees sometimes feel there is a certain “status” involved in being salaried and exempt.

Can an employer reclassify you?

If employers do not either raise salaries or change job duties, these employees must be reclassified as exempt. In addition to the employees that the employer is required to reclassify, employers may also choose to reclassify employees as nonexempt even though they qualify for an exemption under the FLSA.

Can FLSA exempt employees earn overtime?

Employers are not required to pay overtime to employees who are properly classified as exempt. They may, however, choose to compensate such individuals for extra hours worked through benefits packages.

What is the new law for exempt and non-exempt?

A: If you want to keep the federal exemption from overtime, you must make sure their weekly salary is at least $844 beginning July 1, 2024 (and their primary duties continue to qualify for exemption). If you don't pay them at least $844 per week in salary, you will have to reclassify them as non-exempt.

How does FLSA determine exempt vs non-exempt?

With few exceptions, to be exempt an employee must (a) be paid at least $23,600 per year ($455 per week), and (b) be paid on a salary basis, and also (c) perform exempt job duties. These requirements are outlined in the FLSA Regulations (promulgated by the U.S. Department of Labor).

Can my employer change me from exempt to nonexempt?

Answer: Yes, it's possible to make this change. Any employee can be classified as a nonexempt employee, although we generally recommend that all employees in the same role have the same classification. That being said, exempt employees sometimes feel there is a certain “status” involved in being salaried and exempt.

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What is Exempt vs. Nonexempt?

Exempt employees are those who are not entitled to overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), usually due to their job duties and salary level. Nonexempt employees, on the other hand, are eligible for overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a workweek.

Who is required to file Exempt vs. Nonexempt?

Employers must determine which positions are classified as exempt or nonexempt for payroll purposes. This involves evaluating job duties, salary levels, and compliance with the FLSA criteria.

How to fill out Exempt vs. Nonexempt?

To fill out Exempt vs. Nonexempt classifications, employers should assess each employee's job duties and salary against the FLSA requirements and document their classification rationale accurately in payroll or HR systems.

What is the purpose of Exempt vs. Nonexempt?

The purpose of classifying employees as exempt or nonexempt is to ensure compliance with labor laws regarding overtime pay and to clarify employee rights and employer responsibilities under the FLSA.

What information must be reported on Exempt vs. Nonexempt?

Employers must report classifications for each employee, including job title, job duties, salary information, and the basis for classification as exempt or nonexempt, as part of payroll records and compliance documentation.