Exempt employees are exempt from overtime requirements and are often considered 'white collar' professionals. Which term describes these employees?

Exempt employees are exempt from overtime requirements and are often considered 'white collar' professionals. Which term describes these employees?

• A. Hourly Staff
• B. Exempt Employees
• C. Non-Exempt Employees
• D. Per Diem Staff

Answer: (B)

Exemption from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act means these workers are not eligible for overtime pay because they meet certain duties and are usually paid on a salary basis. This combination—no overtime requirement and typically white-collar professional roles—describes Exempt Employees. In contrast, hourly staff or non-exempt employees are generally eligible for overtime, and per diem staff are often paid per shift and may also be non-exempt, depending on their pay structure.

Exemption from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act means these workers are not eligible for overtime pay because they meet certain duties and are usually paid on a salary basis. This combination—no overtime requirement and typically white-collar professional roles—describes Exempt Employees. In contrast, hourly staff or non-exempt employees are generally eligible for overtime, and per diem staff are often paid per shift and may also be non-exempt, depending on their pay structure.