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Worksite Orientation Guidelines

STATE OF MICHIGAN

STATE OF MICHIGAN HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE/SUPERVISOR WORKSITE ORIENTATION GUIDELINES

REMEMBER: How new employees are treated and what information is provided to them during their first days and weeks on the job has significant impact on their satisfaction with their position and with your organization. Employee orientation is an ongoing process and is a very important component of employee motivation, productivity, and retention.

During the first week of employment, it is recommended that the following functions be performed by the Human Resource Office or the immediate supervisor, as appropriate for your department:
Personal Introduction to Co-workers
Tour of Building (restrooms, breakrooms, drinking fountains, exits, etc.)
Discuss With Employee:
	Work Schedule
	Absenteeism/Tardiness Policy
	Break/Lunch Periods
	Time Reporting
	Vacation Scheduling
	Job Duties/Position Description
	On-the-job Training (Introduce any manuals or reference material used on the job)
	Performance Appraisal (Competencies and/or performance factors; include performance review period)
	Telephone/Voice Mail Use
	Personal Telephone Calls and Visitors
	Computer Password(s) and Security/Computer Software/E-mail Use/Internet Use
	Professional Development/Training Opportunities
	The Assignment of a Buddy
	Chain of Command
	Confidentiality
	Emergency Evacuation Procedures/Safety Issues
	Travel Regulations, Lodging Directory, and Travel Reimbursement Process http://www.state.mi.us/dmb/mgmt/services/vts/
	State of Michigan Employment Opportunities
		Vacancy Posting System (http://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/1,1607,7-147-6876_8030---,00.html)
		Agency Internal Vacancy Posting
		Applicant Pools Maintained by Civil Service (exam processes)

Employee Call Back Meeting: Should be completed within three to six months of hire. This meeting provides an opportunity for the new employee to ask additional questions, raise any concerns, get clarification, etc.


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