Stage 4: Departmental (Local) Onboarding

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Stage One Pre-Recruitment	Stage Two Active Recruitment	Stage Three Post-Recruitment	Stage Four Local Onboarding

Tip: Local onboarding is a process that should last at least 6 months to support a successful provisional performance review.

This is where supervisors shape the new employee’s experience, connection to Lehigh, and sense of belonging.

Stages 1, 2, and 3 must be completed prior to beginning Stage 4.

Steps to Complete

Step 1: First Day Essentials

Host a departmental welcome, orientation, or morning meet & greet
Review Departmental goals and structure
Review the new team member’s position description and your expectations
Develop a cadence for your one on meetings and your more formal 30,60,90 day check ins
Confirm all paperwork and background checks are complete
Confirm access to key systems and spaces
Review departmental culture hours, communication norms, etiquette, dress code, and more.

Step 2: Training & Integration

Provide a week 1 itinerary: meetings, campus tours, key player contacts, role shadowing, key system setups, including how-to’s and contact information

Confirm working essentials:

Lehigh Pass (ID Card)
Gmail, Google Calendar, & Google Drive access
Zoom account and Zoom access
Phone set up if necessary
MS Office access
Review mandatory training such as FERPA, Title IX, Harassment, etc.

Step 3: Ongoing Development & Support

Promote a culture of continuous mentorship, learning, and feedback through participation in:

HR and LTS Workshops
System Training
HawkWatch
Be Well Program
LinkedIn Learning
Campus Involvement

Tip: Set weekly one-on-one meetings for feedback and coaching during the first 6 months.

Resources

Final Checklist for Managers
User Guides for Page Up
Training for Hiring Managers
SHOP
LU Policy repository

Tip: Contact your HR Partner for assistance at any point during the onboarding process.