Alaska onboarding checklist for employers
An onboarding checklist makes sure every new hire gets the same paperwork, notices and training. Here is what changes when the employee works in Alaska.
Alaska rules that affect this form
| Minimum wage | $14.00 per hour |
|---|---|
| Paid sick leave | Yes, since July 1, 2025: 1 hour per 30 hours worked; accrual and use capped at 40 hours/year (fewer than 15 employees) or 56 hours/year (15 or more). Unused leave carries over. |
| Meal breaks | No state requirement for adult employees (minors 14-17 get a 30-minute break after 5 consecutive hours). |
| Rest breaks | No state requirement; breaks the employer allows that are under 20 minutes must be paid. |
| Other rules to know | Salary threshold for exempt employees is $1,120/week from July 1, 2026, rising to $1,200/week on July 1, 2027. Employers may request a doctor's note only for sick absences longer than three consecutive workdays. |
What to include
- Form I-9 completed by the end of the employee's third day of work
- Federal W-4 and the state withholding form, if the state has one
- Report the new hire to the state new-hire registry
- Required state and federal workplace posters and written notices
- Paid sick leave, break and overtime rules explained in plain terms
- Handbook acknowledgment signed and filed
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Alaska onboarding checklist form?
Alaska does not publish one required onboarding checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Alaska rules on this page.
What is the minimum wage in Alaska in 2026?
$14.00 per hour, effective July 1, 2026. Rose from $13.00 (July 1, 2025) to $14.00 on July 1, 2026 under Ballot Measure 1. Scheduled to rise to $15.00 on July 1, 2027, then adjust annually for inflation starting January 1, 2028. No local minimum wages.
Is paid sick leave required in Alaska?
Yes, since July 1, 2025: 1 hour per 30 hours worked; accrual and use capped at 40 hours/year (fewer than 15 employees) or 56 hours/year (15 or more). Unused leave carries over.
Other Alaska forms
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