What to Expect: Departmental Orientation

Information for new staff hired at the University of Northern Iowa.

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Human Resource Services

During your first week of employment, you should receive the following from your manager

  • Workspace and necessary office/work supplies.
  • Name badge and business cards (if applicable). 
  • Inquire with your manager about arranging for a campus tour if you are new to campus.
  • Introductions to office staff and other key colleagues.
  • Keys or access cards to your office, desk, work area, phone, computer equipment.

During your first week, your manager should review the following with you

  • Date, time, and location of your orientation session.
  • Computer access: email, MyUniverse, applicable departmental software, (319) 273-5555 user support service, Service Hub.
  • Departmental expectations: office/work hours, common practices, dress attire, unwritten rules.
  • Phone numbers, online campus directory, phone and voice mail features, and on- and off-campus calls.
  • Facilities: restrooms, equipment (fax, copier), break areas/vending, emergency shelters/evacuation plans.
    Departmental policies & procedures and organizational chart.
  • Ensure completion of various required and suggested online training courses such as Title IX, Free Speech, Data Security and FERPA Basics.
  • Payroll dates, time card reporting, procedure for requesting time off or reporting absences. For more information, visit the Office of Business Operations Payroll supporting website.
  • Incoming and outgoing mail procedures, campus mail codes.
  • Safety policies and procedures.
  • Support staff and student employees.

‌Wherever conflicts occur between the contents of this site and the contracts, rules, regulations, or laws governing the administration of the various programs, the terms set forth in the various program contracts, rules, regulations, or laws shall prevail. Space does not permit listing all limitations and exclusions that apply to each plan. Before using your benefits, review the plan's coverage manual. Benefits provided can be changed at any time without the consent of participants.