what determines whether a job is exempt
GUIDELINES TO DETERMINE FLSA STATUS. The purpose of these guidelines is to provide assistance in determining the FLSA status. of an employee, i.e., whether an employee is exempt (not covered) or non-exempt. (covered) from FLSA overtime provisions. FLSA exempt or non-exempt status is determined on the basis of whether the employeeâs salary and duties meet certain criteria, and is not based on classes of work or job titles. The FLSA status of all employees (civil service and exempt from civil service) should be