Work Classifications & Wage and Hour Laws

This session dives deep into the operational complexities of employee classifications and everyday wage-and-hour laws. We will move beyond basic definitions to dissect the rigorous legal tests used to justify exempt versus non-exempt status. Additionally, we will cover the essential wage-and-hour landmines that every ministry must navigate, including strict California meal and rest break requirements, daily versus weekly overtime calculations, the realities of “comp time,” and the hidden costs of split-shift premiums and reporting time pay rules. We will also address critical compliance traps unique to the non-profit sector, including the strict boundaries surrounding hourly employees who wish to volunteer their time.