New Employees

Welcome to the University of Denver community! We are happy to have you on board. To help you prepare for your first days at DU, expand the items in the list below for an overview of what to expect. Please keep in mind that each unit on campus may have additional requirements and practices. Any questions regarding the new employee onboarding process can be addressed to EmployeeOnboarding@du.edu.

Getting Started

• Before Arriving on Campus
  • Speak with your manager to confirm your start date and orientation date, where to go, what to bring, and what to expect for your first day and week.
  • Complete I-9 through HireRight, look for an email with instructions.
  • Gather documentation required to complete Form I-9 and bring to Employment Services located on campus at the Mary Reed Building, 4th floor room 402. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm. To schedule an appointment outside of office hours please contact I9.ss@du.edu.
  • Review the DU Public Health page for the latest information regarding public health topics facing the University, including information related to current COVID-19 protocols. 
  • Benefited employees, review your benefits and the enrollment process.
  • Locate where to go on your first day using the campus map.
  • Review parking pass options, if applicable.
• Your First Day
  • If you have not completed your I-9 by your first day, please see instructions under "Before Arriving on Campus."
  • New Hire Orientation, usually held on the first and third Mondays of the month, will provide an overview of DU's leadership team and organizational structure, the Departments of HRIC and University Financial Services, as well as the University's mission, vision, and values. It will also introduce systems such as MyDU and Pioneer@Work, along with required compliance training and additional resources. Benefited employees will also attend a benefits presentation during the New Hire Orientation.
  • Login to MyDU. Your initial login information is your DU ID number (found on your DU ID card) and your date of birth in the eight-digit (MMDDYYYY) format. While you are logged in, you can take care of the following action items:
    • Purchase a parking permit, if applicable.
    • Obtain a copy of your job description.
• Your First Week and Beyond
  • Contact the Office of Admissions & Aid to sign-up for a campus tour.
  • Complete the New Employee Checklist to ensure you're set up for success.
  • Complete all required training in Pioneer@Work.
  • Review your job description, responsibilities, and expectations with your manager.
  • Review unit, division, and University policies and procedures.
  • Discuss the performance review process with your manager.
  • Enter your job goals and objectives into the online performance management system within six weeks (staff only).
  • Return completed benefit enrollment forms to Human Resources within 30 days of your hire date.
  • Complete all required job training.