ONBOARDING COLLEAGUES 

As an Onboarding Colleague, you play a critical role in onboarding new/transitioning employees. You are a trusted and motivated colleague who will make them feel welcome and will affirm their decision to join the team. 

Onboarding Colleagues play an important role in the onboarding experience by acting as a cultural role model, providing guidance, helping to build a sense of belonging,  and improving satisfaction with the onboarding experience. Taking the time to serve as an Onboarding Colleague is of benefit to the individual taking on the role. Acting as an Onboarding Colleague is an opportunity for leadership development and to build one’s network. It is also a chance to support others and to help to shape a positive workplace culture where people feel valued and engaged. 

Role + Responsibilities*

1. Acts as a cultural role model 

2. Provides guidance as the employee adjusts to their role and team 

3. Assists the employee to develop a sense of belonging on the team 

4. Provides hands-on support to navigate systems and processes as appropriate  

Onboarding Colleagues are NOT 

1. 1. Responsible for the onboarding process 

   2. A coach or mentor involved with developing an onboarding employee

   3. A supervisor responsible for the job performance or evaluation