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2025 Arizona Employee Handbook Template

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Only $39.95 - Create an MS Word employee handbook for small business in The Grand Canyon State

State of Arizona Employee Handbook Template

Arizona Law updates include:

  • 2025 Minimum Wage Updates

This template formatted specifically for Arizona

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This MS Word template for small business can be completed, then saved as a PDF, RTF or MS Works. It contains all major policies for small business with specific language complying with Arizona regulations, and complies with federal guidelines and requirements for employers.

Creating an employee handbook from scratch can be very time consuming! And now you've been assigned the task of creating one for your Arizona small business.

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All the hard work has been done for you. The template masters at the Employee Handbook Store created the best employee handbook template on the market. Developed to comply with Arizona and federal labor laws, this template includes the policies used by 99% of all small businesses. You found exactly what you are looking for!

Template formatted specifically for Arizona:

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  • Arizona-specific template - over 100 policy topics.
  • Easily customize with your company logo.
  • Many topics have multiple options.
  • Easily edit, delete or add topics.
  • Acknowledgement form for employees to sign.
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Comply With Arizona Requirements

The state of Arizona is known for its breathtaking natural landscapes, including the Grand Canyon, one of the seven wonders of the world. Additionally, Arizona is famous for its hot climate, desert scenery, and cacti-filled landscapes. The state is also home to many national parks, such as the Petrified Forest National Park, Saguaro National Park, and the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. Arizona is also known for its vibrant cultural scene, with many museums, art galleries, and performing arts venues, including the Heard Museum, which is dedicated to preserving Native American art and culture.

Small businesses play a vital role in Arizona's economy, with over 99% of businesses in the state classified as small businesses. Arizona's business-friendly environment and low taxes make it an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and startups. Some of the most popular small business industries in Arizona include tourism, healthcare, technology, and professional services. The state's Small Business Association offers resources and support to help small businesses start and grow, including access to capital, business counseling, and government contracting opportunities.

The Industrial Commission of Arizona plays an essential role in supporting small businesses in the state. The commission is responsible for enforcing laws and regulations related to workplace safety, minimum wage, and workers' compensation. The commission also provides resources and support to businesses to help them comply with these regulations and ensure a safe working environment for their employees. By promoting a fair and safe workplace environment, the Industrial Commission of Arizona helps small businesses thrive and contribute to the state's economy.

Arizona labor law complies primarily with federal labor laws, and has no special requirements for short-term disability leave beyond federal guidelines. The employee handbook template offered here includes language adhering to the federal requirements for short-term disability leave. Other policies provided in this template adhere to federal labor laws as well, which meet or exceed state laws*. Arizona small businesses will find, included in this template, policies for cell phones and texting, breaks, conduct, employee use of company vehicles, employee dress code, computer use, compensation, and many others.

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Develop an Arizona employee handbook for your business.

A properly crafted employee handbook provides communication of company policy to all employees, and prospective employees. Labor laws require that all businesses have written policy and enforce policies uniformly with all employees. An employee handbook is simply the best, most cost-effective method for complying with this requirement. A variety of methods can be used to inform employees. Posters are popular in some cases, but most often the best method is an employee handbook.

What should be included in a Arizona employee handbook?

As a matter of legal concerns, any policy the company would want to enforce should be clearly documented for the benefit of both the employer and employee. Particularly any policy that could impact hiring or dismissal of any employee, belongs in the employee handbook. If federal minimum standards are used as Arizona standards, the federal guidelines should be included as company policy.

Other helpful information to include.

A well-constructed employee handbook can also include, as a matter of convenience, contact email addresses and phone numbers, holiday schedules, Human Resources Department hours, office hours, and any other information likely to answer employee questions about day-to-day operations.

Resources for maintaining policies per state and federal labor laws.

In Arizona, labor laws that exceed federal labor law requirements, are created by the State Legislature. Enforcement of labor laws in Arizona is handled by the Arizona Department of Labor. This agency also processes labor law disputes.

Federal labor laws are developed and posted by The U.S. Department of Labor. To gather current information regarding a specific labor guideline, visit the Guidance Search Device. Additional information can be found via the Employer.gov website.

Who should develop an employee handbook for your small business in Arizona?

If you intend to create an employee handbook from scratch, it is recommended to use HR professionals and attorneys for this monumental task.

However, this project can be simplified by using an employee handbook template. Quality templates, offered by trusted suppliers, can expedite the process from weeks or months, to an hour or so. Templates also reduce costs significantly.

Order an Arizona employee handbook template, from The Employee Handbook Store. Founded in 1991 under the corporate name of The Guru Group, Inc., we have been offering these quality templates for over two decades.

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Logically organized for ease of use, topics are included for policies, procedures, employment standards, benefits, discipline and more. Many topics provide two to four options per topic (based on your preferences) for issues like smoking on company property. Developed by HR and management professionals, this template includes options that comply with federal FMLA and EEOC requirements.

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Information About AZ Employment

Collectively, small businesses with employees make up an even larger segment of the workforce than major employers in Arizona. All employers, regardless of the number of employees, are required by labor laws to have written policy made available to employees.

Legislature & Department of Labor

State-specific labor laws are drafted and passed by the state legislature. Many of these policies follow federal regulations, except where state requirements exceed federal minimums. Once legislation goes into effect, the state department of labor is charged with enforcement. These laws are the foundation of employee handbooks used by employers operating within the state.

Visit the Industrial Commission of Arizona website for details on current and upcoming labor and employment policy matters. Review requirements for employers operating in the state of AZ. The Arizona Department Of Labor is responsible for enforcing these regulations.


S.B.A. - Guidance for small business employee handbooks, as well as other resources and tools, are offered to employers at no cost.
U.S. Small Business Administration
409 3rd St, SW.
Washington DC 20416


U.S. Department Of Labor
200 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20210
866 487-2365


Prominent Local Employers

The employers listed below are among the major employers in AZ, and account for a significant number of employed workers in the state.

Bank of America
Banner Health
Basha's Supermarkets
Circle K
Cox Communications
General Dynamics
Home Depot
Honeywell International
IBM
Intel
John C. Lincoln Health Network
JP Morgan Chase
Phelps Dodge
Quest Communications
Raytheon
Southwest Airlines
SRP - Salt River Project
Swift Transportation
Target
US Airways
Wal-Mart Stores
Wells Fargo

Department of Labor

For answers to questions, by employers or employees, regarding disputes, youth employment, licensing, minimum wage, requirements for an employees handbook and labor law issues, contact:

Industrial Commission of AZ Labor Dept.
800 W Washington Street
Phoenix AZ 85007
602 542-4515