What is FLSA status, and how do you determine if a role is exempt or non-exempt?

[Smithkerry]

We're auditing job descriptions and need to correctly classify each role's FLSA status. FLSA — the Fair Labor Standards Act — status determines whether an employee is exempt from overtime pay or entitled to it based on their salary level, salary basis, and job duties. Misclassifying a role can lead to serious compliance issues. How does your team approach this during job design, especially for hybrid or evolving roles?

 

[Henry]

FLSA status determines overtime eligibility under the Fair Labor Standards Act. A role is exempt if it meets salary level, salary basis, and duties tests; otherwise, it’s non-exempt and eligible for overtime.