Which class of employees typically do NOT receive overtime pay under the FLSA?

The class of employees that typically do not receive overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is indeed salaried employees. Under the FLSA, certain salaried employees fall into exempt classifications, meaning they do not qualify for overtime compensation regardless of the number of hours they work each week.

Exempt salaried employees often include those in executive, administrative, professional, and outside sales roles, as well as some computer professionals. These exemptions are based on specific criteria, including the nature of their job duties and their salary level. As long as they meet these criteria, they can be required to work more than 40 hours per week without receiving additional overtime pay.

In contrast, hourly employees, part-time employees, and commission employees typically qualify for overtime pay unless they also fall within the exempt categories defined by the FLSA. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for both employers and employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and proper compensation practices.