Five Must-Do’s for Employee Orientation

• Immediately after start date

• Positive information

• Reinforces corporate image

• Familiarizes employee with company

• Open dialogue for questions

Formal Orientation:

5 Components of Employee Orientation1. New hire paperwork

2. Company policies

3. Compensation and benefits

4. Employee handbook

5. Training

1. New Hire Paperwork• Form 1-9

• Form W-4

• State income tax withholding forms

• Employee should bring verification documents with them: Social Securitycard, driver’s license, passport, PermanentResidence card (green card)

• Attendance and Leave: hours, absenteeism, meals/breaks time off, notice required

• Employee conduct: dress code, telephone/computer use, expectations

• Safety/security: explain procedures, distribute keys, identification, parking passes

2. Company Policies

• Pay periods

• Direct deposit

• Payroll deductions

• Health Insurance

• Other benefits (401(k), flex time ,

Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement)

3. Compensation and Benefits

• Prepare a benefits packet

• Communicate deadlines for return of enrolment forms

3. Compensation and Benefits

4. Employee Handbook• Official written

documentation of company policies

• Employee should even sign and return statement acknowledging receipt and review of handbook

• Informal or Formal

5. Training

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