Management Duties

Types of duties that are typically considered management duties for purposes of the executive exemption under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) include, but are not limited to:

  • interviewing, selecting, and training employees;
  • setting and adjusting employees rates of pay and hours of work;
  • directing employees in their work;
  • maintaining production or sales records for use in supervision or control;
  • appraising employees’ productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in status;
  • handling employee complaints and grievances;
  • disciplining employees;
  • planning work;
  • determining the techniques to be used;
  • apportioning the work among the employees;
  • determining the type of materials, supplies, machinery, equipment or tools to be used or merchandise to be bought, stocked and sold;
  • controlling the flow and distribution of materials or merchandise and supplies;
  • providing for the safety and security of the employees or the property; planning and controlling the budget; and
  • monitoring or implementing legal compliance measures.

29 CFR 541.102


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