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New Employee Checklist 

Congratulations on your new role with the University of Arkansas! After accepting a role and signing an offer letter through Workday, employees should take the following steps leading up to and through their first month at the university:

  1. I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification

    Complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification at Central HR, located in the Administration Building at 1125 W. Maple, Ste. 222. Make sure to bring your I-9 Acceptable Documents. 15-minute appointments can be made using the Booking Tool.

  2. UARK Email

    Activate your UARK email account using the personal email address and phone number you used to apply. You will also need to set up multi-factor authentication for your account.

  3. Onboarding Tasks

    Complete onboarding tasks and benefits enrollment in Workday. 
    1. Register to attend a  Benefits Orientation to learn about benefit options.
    2. For questions regarding payroll, contact  payroll services.

  4. Orientation

    Attend an orientation session during your first month. 
    1. Staff are expected to register and attend New Employee Orientation with Human Resources. 
    2. Faculty are asked to attend New Faculty Orientation which is typically held the Tuesday before the first day of classes in August. New faculty should contact the Teaching and Faculty Support Center for details at tfsc@uark.edu or 479-575-3222.

  5. Training

    Complete all necessary training. All U of A Fayetteville employees will have required trainings, but you also may have training that is department or position specific. UA System trainings that are required by policy, for both employees and managers, are available through Workday Learning. To be eligible for performance raises, these required trainings must be completed by February 1 each year.

  6. Campus ID

    Obtain a campus ID through the Razorback Card Office located in the Arkansas Union. A manager will need to fill out an authorization form prior to your visit.

  7. Parking Permits

    Parking permits are required to park on campus at all times. Make sure to obtain one prior to your first day through the parking portal. 

  8. Nonresident Information

    Non-residents/foreign nationals should meet with the NRA Tax Coordinator to avoid incorrect taxation of your payments from the university.