The Sponsor ensures that orientation meets specific training needs of the employee

• Discuss and advise the employee on their Orientation Checklist
• Help the employee get settled into the organization, their workplace, and the local area by offering suggestions and advice.
• Facilitate employee understanding of JSC organization structure, culture, and regulatory history.
• Be available to answer questions or find someone who can.
• Be available to help them find their way around at work.
• When the job offer is made, contact the new employee to answer any questions and offer your assistance.
• Ensure that the employee has the contact information for you, their supervisor, the relocation specialist, the benefits specialist, and the HR Specialist.
• Make sure the employee is familiar with Employee Orientation website and the resources available within the site, particularly the Employee Checklist
• Identify your employee’s office right away and ensure that it is prepared for the first day with a phone, computer, furniture, user ID and password. If possible have Welcome emails in their Inbox along with items on their calendar.
• Be available their first day to welcome them and help them find their way. Assist the supervisor in introducing them to their co-workers and other key personnel.
• During the first weeks, check with them often to see how they’re doing and answer any questions.
• Help them get involved in tours and organization activities.
• Complete the checklist items and provide your feedback on the orientation program through the website.