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New Employee Orientation Checklist


Great hires transform companies; bad hires destroy them. This New Employee Orientation Checklist builds systematic excellence into your talent acquisition, from job posting to first day. Cover legal requirements, evaluate consistently, and create experiences that attract top talent. Stop hoping for good hires and start engineering them.

Pre-Orientation Preparation


□ Send orientation schedule in advance
□ Prepare orientation materials
□ Book training rooms
□ Arrange refreshments
□ Coordinate presenter schedules
□ Prepare technology/AV needs
□ Create participant packets
□ Print all materials
□ Prepare name tags
□ Set up registration area
□ Test all equipment
□ Confirm attendance


Day 1: Company Overview


□ Welcome and introductions
□ Company history and milestones
□ Mission, vision, and values
□ Organizational structure
□ Products and services overview
□ Market position and competitors
□ Company achievements
□ Future goals and strategy
□ Culture and work environment
□ Locations and facilities
□ Q&A session
□ Group photo


Administrative Sessions


□ Complete employment paperwork
□ Benefits enrollment presentation
□ Payroll and timesheet training
□ Expense reporting procedures
□ Leave policies explanation
□ Performance management overview
□ Career development opportunities
□ Training and education programs
□ Employee assistance programs
□ Wellness initiatives
□ Recognition programs
□ Administrative Q&A


Workplace Policies


□ Code of conduct review
□ Attendance expectations
□ Dress code guidelines
□ Communication policies
□ Social media guidelines
□ Confidentiality requirements
□ Conflict of interest
□ Ethics and compliance
□ Discrimination and harassment
□ Safety and security
□ Emergency procedures
□ Policy acknowledgments


Technology Training


□ Computer setup assistance
□ Network and password training
□ Email and calendar usage
□ Phone system training
□ Software applications overview
□ Collaboration tools training
□ Security awareness
□ Data protection policies
□ Acceptable use policy
□ Remote access setup
□ Help desk introduction
□ Technology resources


Department Integration


□ Department overview presentation
□ Team introductions
□ Role expectations discussion
□ Department goals and objectives
□ Current projects review
□ Process and procedures
□ Department resources
□ Communication protocols
□ Meeting schedules
□ Department culture
□ Success metrics
□ Integration planning


Facility Tour


□ Workspace location
□ Emergency exits and procedures
□ Restroom locations
□ Break room and kitchen
□ Conference rooms
□ Office supplies location
□ Printing and copying
□ Mail and shipping
□ Parking information
□ Building security
□ Nearby amenities
□ Transportation options


Health & Safety


□ Safety policies review
□ Emergency evacuation procedures
□ First aid locations
□ Incident reporting
□ Ergonomics training
□ Workers’ compensation
□ Safety equipment
□ Hazard communication
□ Security protocols
□ Visitor procedures
□ Personal safety
□ Wellness resources


Follow-Up Activities


□ Schedule manager meetings
□ Assign mentors
□ Plan team lunches
□ Set training schedule
□ Provide resource list
□ Share contact directory
□ Schedule check-ins
□ Gather feedback
□ Address questions
□ Confirm understanding
□ Document completion
□ Plan ongoing support


How the New Employee Orientation Checklist works


Input role requirements, seniority level, and compliance needs. Define your hiring timeline and decision process. The AI generates a complete new employee orientation checklist covering recruitment, screening, interviewing, selection, and pre-boarding. Include evaluation rubrics, compliance checkpoints, and candidate experience touchpoints.

Bad hires cost 30% of annual salary minimum. Most are preventable with systematic evaluation and proper process. This checklist ensures legal compliance while optimizing for quality and speed. It’s how top companies consistently win talent wars.



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