New Hire - Staff

Welcome to the team! We're so glad you joined us as the backbone that makes the university run smoothly.

Our onboarding process will get you through the necessary steps for your first six months.

Onboarding

To help you make the most of your time and have the best onboarding experience, please complete the following checklist.

(If you wish to print out the checklist, select the "Show All" button and print the page.)

Before Your First Day
Accept offer and complete all onboarding documents in Careers.

Complete background check consent forms in Accurate.

Communicate with your department's point-of-contact and make sure you understand:

Start date, what time to arrive and working hours

Dress-code expectations

Where to park and where to report

What to bring on your first day

Supervisor/departmental contact information

Prepare necessary documents to complete I-9 form (list of acceptable documents), and to sign up for benefits (additional information).

Explore UNG's website

Blue Ridge

Cumming

Dahlonega

Gainesville

Oconee

First Day
Visit the HR (Human Resources) office to complete HR paperwork and I-9 verification forms.

Bring onboarding documents and original acceptable identification documents (list of acceptable documents).

Verify email and network password (helpdesk@ung.edu). (Please note: Your email account will only be available if you come to the Human Resources office and finalize your new hire paperwork prior to your start date).

Obtain your UNG ID at the card office and parking pass at the parking services office.

Sign up for campus alerts through Banner.

If applicable, obtain your work uniform, materials, and other departmental property for your new role.

First 30 Days
Enroll in employee benefits plan within the first 30 days.

Plan information

Enroll in benefits through the USG Faculty and Staff Portal at OneUSG Connect.

Address questions to benefit specialists:

Gainesville/Oconee: Sabrina.Wall@ung.edu

Dahlonega/Cumming/Blue Ridge: Kathy.Martin@ung.edu

Complete required training and workshops.

Complete necessary software and business process training as identified by supervisor.

Enroll in upcoming New Employee Orientation/Welcome (see schedule).

Within 6 Months
Attend New Employee Orientation/Welcome.

Review performance objectives and progress with supervisor.

Discuss completed training and future training needs.

Supervisors: There is a check list for you, too!