Hr checklist for new employees
Here is a comprehensive HR checklist for new employees:
Pre-Hire
- Verify job requirements and qualifications
- Check references and conduct background checks (if necessary)
- Obtain necessary paperwork and forms (e.g. I-9, W-4, etc.)
- Set up new employee's email account and any other necessary accounts
Onboarding
- Schedule new employee's first day and ensure they have all necessary materials (e.g. employee handbook, benefits information, etc.)
- Conduct new employee orientation (including company history, mission, values, and policies)
- Introduce new employee to their supervisor and colleagues
- Provide new employee with a tour of the office and familiarize them with the workspace
- Set up new employee's workstation and equipment
- Ensure new employee has all necessary training and resources (e.g. software, hardware, etc.)
HR Forms and Paperwork
- Complete I-9 form and verify employee's identity and eligibility to work
- Complete W-4 form and determine tax withholding
- Complete other necessary forms (e.g. direct deposit, benefits enrollment, etc.)
- Ensure new employee has completed all necessary paperwork and forms
Benefits and Compensation
- Enroll new employee in benefits (e.g. health, dental, vision, etc.)
- Set up direct deposit for new employee's paycheck
- Provide new employee with information on company benefits and policies (e.g. vacation time, sick leave, etc.)
- Ensure new employee understands their compensation package (e.g. salary, bonuses, etc.)
Training and Development
- Schedule new employee's training sessions (e.g. company policies, software training, etc.)
- Provide new employee with necessary training materials and resources
- Ensure new employee has a clear understanding of their job responsibilities and expectations
- Set up regular check-ins with new employee to monitor progress and provide feedback
Compliance
- Verify new employee's eligibility to work in the United States (e.g. E-Verify)
- Ensure new employee has completed all necessary compliance training (e.g. harassment, discrimination, etc.)
- Provide new employee with information on company policies and procedures (e.g. attendance, tardiness, etc.)
Miscellaneous
- Set up new employee's phone and voicemail
- Provide new employee with a company ID badge or access card
- Ensure new employee has a clear understanding of company policies and procedures
- Encourage new employee to ask questions and seek help when needed
Post-Hire
- Monitor new employee's progress and provide feedback
- Conduct regular check-ins with new employee to ensure they are settling in well
- Encourage new employee to participate in company activities and events
- Ensure new employee has a clear understanding of their role and responsibilities
Remember to tailor this checklist to your company's specific needs and policies. It's also a good idea to have a designated HR representative or supervisor to oversee the onboarding process and ensure that all necessary steps are taken.