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New Employee Orientation

Congratulations and Welcome to the City of Chesapeake, "The City That Cares!" Orientation sessions are scheduled for every other Monday (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.), or the Tuesday following a Monday holiday. Orientation is required for all new employees.

Following is an outline of New Employee Orientation Topics:

1. Employment Within the City:
   1. Welcome from the City Manager's Office
   2. City vision, mission, core values, and code of ethics.
   3. Job Opportunities (CLICK)
   4. Probation
   5. Performance Evaluations
   6. Promotions & Transfers
   7. HR Management System &  Compensation Plan
   8. Pay Schedule and Pay Deductions
   9. Resignations & Exit Interviews
2. Employee Benefits
   1. Leave Benefits (Sick, Annual, FMLA, Overtime Leave, etc.)
   2. Insurance Benefits
   3. Retirement Benefits
   4. Deferred Compensation
3. Benefit Programs
   1. Tuition Assistance Program
   2. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   3. Workforce Development
   4. Recognition & Incentive Program
   5. Employee Suggestion Program
4. Employee Conduct
   1. Equal Employment Opportunity
   2. Harassment
   3. Sexual Harassment
   4. Substance Abuse
   5. Driving Standards
   6. Discipline
   7. Grievances
5. General Information
   1. Attendance, Breaks, Employee Records, Emergencies, Employee Alert Hotline, Fraud, Work Attire, etc.
   2. FISH Philosophy
   3. Customer Service Principles

New Employee Orientation Dates

Please remember that dates are tentative and vary dependent upon holidays and city closings.  Please see the payroll technician assigned to your department for your official orientation date. Any additional questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at (757) 382-6492.