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 with Central HR remotely via Microsoft Teams. Have your original I-9 Acceptable Documents in hand. 10-minute appointments can be made using the Booking Tool. You will receive additional instructions in your appointment confirmation email so please read it carefully.

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 salary increases, these required trainings must be completed by 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.