Vermont 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 Vermont.
Vermont rules that affect this form
| Minimum wage | $14.42 per hour |
|---|---|
| Paid sick leave | Yes. Employees accrue at least 1 hour of earned sick time per 52 hours worked; employers may cap accrual at 40 hours per 12-month period and may impose a waiting period of up to one year for new hires. Excludes employees averaging under 18 hours/week, minors, and seasonal workers of 20 weeks or less. |
| Meal breaks | No set length; employers must give reasonable opportunities during work periods to eat. |
| Rest breaks | No set paid rest period; employers must give reasonable opportunities during work periods to use toilet facilities. |
| Other rules to know | Since July 1, 2025, employers with 5 or more employees must include the pay or good-faith pay range in job ads for Vermont-based positions (tipped and commission roles have special rules). |
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 Vermont onboarding checklist form?
Vermont does not publish one required onboarding checklist for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Vermont rules on this page.
What is the minimum wage in Vermont in 2026?
$14.42 per hour, effective January 1, 2026. Applies to employers of two or more. Adjusted every January 1 by the smaller of 5% or the CPI increase; the 2027 rate had not been announced as of early October 2026. No local minimum wages.
Is paid sick leave required in Vermont?
Yes. Employees accrue at least 1 hour of earned sick time per 52 hours worked; employers may cap accrual at 40 hours per 12-month period and may impose a waiting period of up to one year for new hires. Excludes employees averaging under 18 hours/week, minors, and seasonal workers of 20 weeks or less.
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