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International Employee Hiring Guidance Update
International Employee Hiring Guidance Update The International Tax Office and the Office of International Programs and Services have updated the International Employee Hiring Guidance. This document can be found on the Fiscal Services website at: Fiscal Services – International Tax Office Fiscal Services – Forms and Instructions When hiring an…
New Employee Campus Tours Now Available
New Employee Campus Tours Now Available New to George Mason? We’d love to help you get to know your new campus. The Talent Development team has partnered with the Tours and Visitors Center to offer New Employee Campus Tours. These one-hour guided tours are a great opportunity to explore the…
Adjunct Faculty Success Workshop (8/15)
Adjunct Faculty Success Workshop (8/15) 🗓️ Saturday, August 15 ⏰ 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 📍 Virtual The upcoming Adjunct Faculty Success Workshop is fast approaching on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Attending the workshop helps new and returning adjunct faculty transition into their new role at Mason with professional development…
I-9 Compliance by International Visa Holders and Their Employers
HR News I-9 Compliance by International Visa Holders and Their Employers Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), Form I-9, Section 2 must be completed within three business days of an employee’s start date to verify identity and work authorization. Employees may not begin work or receive pay until…
New Required “Teaching?” Field in MasonOnBoard Packets
HR Liaisons: New Required “Teaching?” Field in MasonOnBoard Packets A new required field, “Teaching?”, will be added to MasonOnBoard packets under the Additional Job Data section. When creating a packet, HR Liaisons will now select either Y or N from a drop-down menu to indicate whether the non-benefitted employee will…
Onboarding Guidance for New Employees
Onboarding Guidance for New Employees Welcome to Mason! To help you get started, here’s a quick guide on important onboarding steps, including I-9 completion, obtaining your ID card, and securing parking. Follow the instructions below to ensure a smooth transition into your new role. Section 2 of your i9 can…
Best Practices for New Employee Onboarding
Best Practices for New Employee Onboarding Welcoming new colleagues warmly is essential for a positive onboarding experience at Mason. Here are some top practices and resources from HR professionals across our campus: Prepare and Welcome the New Hire: Send a detailed welcome email before their first day, including parking recommendations,…