New Employee Integration Hub

We are so grateful to have you join our vibrant academic community of passionate educators and leaders! Thank you for bringing your talent, energy, and heart to our community. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way — because when you feel supported, inspired, and appreciated, we all climb higher together. 

The information found on this page will help you get started with onboarding as a full-time Kean employee. Please take a moment to review this important information and materials to support your transition:  

If you have questions at any time, please reach out to merger_hr@kean.edu  

New Employee Integration Timeline 

This timeline will display next steps in completing your onboarding and orientation process as a new employee at Kean.

When do I attend my new employee orientation? 

We highly recommend watching the following linked recording of our Employee Orientation Session. This session will provide in depth information about onboarding steps, time and attendance, payroll and general information about Kean University 

Review the session recording here

How do I complete my onboarding tasks in Workday?  

Workday Guide on Completing your Onboarding Tasks  

This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions for completing onboarding tasks in Workday, such as I9 requirements, direct deposit, and reviewing important compliance requirements 

New Employee Integration Guide

This is a comprehensive guide with all the need-to-know information for your employment at Kean University. We recommended you review this prior to orientation 

How do I complete the mandatory in-person I-9 Verification process?  

You are required to complete an in person I-9 Verification to complete your onboarding steps. There is no appointment necessary; walk-ins are welcome. 

The Office of Human Resources NJCU location will be available for in person I-9 verification during normal business hours Monday through Thursday starting June 8 and continuing through June 29, from 8:30 am - 5:30 pm.  

The Office of Human Resources Kean Union location will be available for in person I-9 verification during normal business hours Wednesday, June 17 through Monday, June 29: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm. 

Kean Office of Human Resources is located on the Union Campus (1000 Morris Ave, Union NJ, 07083) in the Administration Building, 2nd Floor (Kean Campus Map here). 

Please note: Kean University and NJCU HR Offices will be remote on the following days due to the FIFA World Cup and increased traffic: 

• Monday, June 22 

• Thursday, June 25 

• Tuesday, June 30 

What are the accepted I-9 Verification documents? 

Please review the accepted I-9 Documents here. 

Have questions for the Kean HR staff?  

Kean Human Resources staff will be at the NJCU location on the following days for I-9 Verifications and Questions:

• Thursday, June 18: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm; 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm 
• Tuesday, June 23:  9:30 am - 12:30 pm; 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
• Wednesday, July 1: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm; 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

When do I learn more about my benefits and supplemental benefit offerings? 

We highly recommend you view the recording of the sessions linked below to learn more about your benefits that are staying the same, changing, and new benefits that will be offered to you in this transition. 

View the session recording here

Additional in-depth sessions hosted by our Supplemental Benefits Vendors will be hosted during the month of July. These sessions will include a benefit overview and a Q&A session.

Register for supplemental benefit sessions here