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USGS Orientation Program

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Welcome Aboard!

Congratulations on your position with the U.S. Geological Survey. We are a diverse and inclusive organization, comprised of hundreds of individuals who bring their unique talents, skills, and experiences to the job.

USGS Orientation Information and Resource Hub

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The New Employee Orientation (NEO) Program rebrands to the USGS Orientation Program ~ Welcome, Inform and Connect. 

The USGS Orientation Program is designed to empower our new employees with the information and resources they need to thrive in their first year. It also offers an opportunity for all employees to refresh their understanding of the fundamentals.    

We've built a robust hub, designed to serve as a valuable center for information and resources, the USGS Orientation Information and Resource Hub in DOI Talent.

This hub includes: 

  • The Navigator Electronic Handbook: a digital compass that helps new employees navigate our complex organization. This valuable handbook is always up to date and is designed to be easily accessible and provide essential information and resources. 
  • Orientation Guide: assigned by the supervisor, helps the new employee, “learn the ropes” during their first year. Guides collaboration, offers guidance, resources, and serves as a critical peer link.  
  • Live Webinar: offers real-time engagement with experts and a platform for questions and discussions.  
  • The Recorded Webinar Library: offers on-demand access to valuable topics for those who miss live webinars or need to revisit key topics.  
  • USGS Orientation webpage: another central hub for resources and information. 
  • HR Benefits Information webinar: equips qualified new employees with the insights they need to make informed decisions about their benefits.  

Access the USGS Orientation Information and Resource Hub

 

USGS Navigator Electronic Handbook

USGS Navigator Electronic Handbook

Live Webinar Series

Live Webinar Series

Recorded Webinar Library

Recorded Webinar Library

DOI Talent

DOI Talent

Benefits and Pay Information

Benefits and Pay Information

Human Resource Contacts

Human Resource Contacts

Required New Employee Training

Required New Employee Training

New Supervisor Training and Resources

New Supervisor Training and Resources

New Supervisor Training and Resources

Are you ready to bloom and reach new heights in 2024?

Consider partnering with a coach through the Interior Coaching Program! USGS has an internal roster of coaches who can provide coaching to Department federal employees for free during work hours. Coaching can help you generate your own answers or solutions to problems and will provide you with accountability while meeting your goals.

To facilitate coaching requests, we have an automated matching process to make it easier for you to connect with a coach. To connect with one of our coaches, you should review the Interior Coaching Portal—especially the "Identify your coaching needs" and "What is coaching?" sections—to learn more about working with a coach. Then, click on "Request a Coach" to start the automated matching process. Once this process is complete, it can take approximately two weeks for you to receive the bios of available coaches. For more information, please contact Chad Bushman at cbushman@usgs.gov.

 

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