Orientation
Each new employee is expected to attend a full-day orientation. Sessions are held each month and details on the starting time and location of your session will be provided in your appointment letter from the University.
Upcoming Sessions
- June 24 - Memorial Union (Bangor Room)
- July 22 - Wells Conference Center
- August 21 - Wells Conference Center
New Employee Orientation is intended to cover a variety of topics which will both introduce the employee to the University's policy and procedures as well as the many benefits and opportunities available at UMaine.
Sessions Mandated by University Policy
Information Sessions
- Campus Activities
- Working for a University offers many unique opportunities for enrichment and entertainment. Learn what UMaine has to offer you and your family.
- Wellness
- The University's Wellness program is the leading force encouraging employees to make healthy choices. This session explores the many ways that the University assists in the wellness of all employees.
- Time Reporting/Payroll
- Covers the basics on how employees are paid, the features of the MaineStreet system for employees and the proper procedures for reporting time.
- Benefits Overview
- The University provides a broad benefit plan. This session explains the various options for health plans, retirement savings and tuition benefits at the University
Optional Sessions
- Benefits Q/A
- Have more questions about your benefits? Attend this session to get the answers.
- Campus Tour
- Take a walking tour of the beautiful and historical UMaine campus.
- Purchasing/Cash Handling
- This session is designed for those who will have purchasing or cash handling duties. Policies and procedures are explained.
- MaineStreet, Intro to Campus Solutions and the User Productivity Kit
- This discussion of the MaineStreet system is recommended for those who will be dealing with student records.