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Green circular icon with white-centered checkmarkWelcome to UAB!

We are delighted that you have joined us. To ensure a smooth start, we have compiled a list of essential pre-hire and onboarding tasks for you to complete. As a new hire, you will receive an email from your recruiter with more information.

Faculty new hires, please visit the Faculty Onboarding site for more information.



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Tasks to Complete Before FIRST DAY


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  • Employment Form I-9
    Employment Form I-9

    The I-9 form establishes your eligibility to work in the United States. All UAB employees are required to complete Section 1 on or before the first day of work. You will have access to complete Section 1 of the I-9 and schedule Section 2 of the I-9 through the UAB Career Job Site (Taleo Task List).

    Contact information:


    Website: go.uab.edu/i9


    Email: hrmrecords@uab.edu


    Phone: 205-934-4408


    Address: UAB Administration Building (AB) Suite 254|, 701 20th St. S., Birmingham, AL 35233

  • Blazer ID
    Blazer ID

    Your BlazerID will be assigned to you and is used for:

    • Your default UAB email address (ex. newstaff@uab.edu)
    • Access to multiple UAB electronic systems and apps

    If you haven't been assigned a BlazerID before (whether through past employment or as a student), you will receive an email with your assigned BlazerID that requires you to set up a strong password.

    -Mark this step complete in your UAB Career Site Task List.

    Contact information:


    Website: uab.edu/blazerid


    Email: AskIT@uab.edu


    Phone: (205) 996-5555


Tasks to Complete within FIRST DAY


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  • Set up Financial & Employee Information in Oracle
    Set up Financial & Employee Information in Oracle

    Oracle HR & Finance is a web-based system used by UAB for administrative operations and record keeping. You will set up your direct deposit, complete tax forms, self-identify veteran and disability status, & add emergency contacts in Oracle HR & Finance.

    Timing: Recommended for the first day
    Who: To be completed by you

    Details:
    • To access the system, visit myUAB Portal and choose Oracle HR & Finance from myApps. You will be asked to provide your Blazer ID and strong password.
    NOTE: New employees may not have immediate access to Oracle on their first day. If you receive an error message stating that your access is denied, please wait 24-48 hours, and try again. If you continue to have issues, contact your supervisor or HR Service Center.

    Click the following links for instructions on each required task:
  • Get your ONE Card (ID Badge)
    Get your ONE Card (ID Badge)

    The UAB ONE Card will serve as your formal UAB identification badge, physical security access key, as well as an access card for many other UAB employee services.


    Timing: Recommended for the first day
    Who: Some departments will fill out this form for new employees. Please first discuss with your supervisor if they have already completed the form. If they have already filled out the form, you will be responsible for visiting a ONE card office to take your photo and pick up your card.

    Details: If your department has not already, fill out the ONE card request form, wait for approval, and pick up your card at one of the ONE card locations.

    Contact information:


    Website: uab.edu/onecard


    Email: ONECard@uab.edu


    Phone: 205-934-3708


    Address: Medical Towers (MT) Suite 101 | 1717 11th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL



Tasks to Complete within FIRST WEEK


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  • Decide on Transportation Options
    Decide on Transportation Options
    View and select parking and other available transportation alternatives.

    Timing: Within 7 days of start date
    Who: To be completed by you (unless someone in your office has already filled out the form)

    Details:
    • Review transportation options and rates at uab.edu/transportation
    • Before filling out any parking applications, discuss your available options with your supervisor, as available options and contacts vary across campus.
    • If you decide to apply for parking, click "Apply for Parking" on the UAB Transportation website, then click the "Parking Permit Application" link. Application for parking can be found here.
    • Once you have received a confirmation email, you can visit the UAB Transportation Office to pick up your parking permit.

    Contact information


     Website: https://www.uab.edu/transportation/


     Email: transportation@uab.edu


    Phone: 205-934-3513 


    Address:
    Chevron Building Suite 100 | 608 8th Street South Birmingham, AL 35294-4550


Tasks to Complete within FIRST MONTH


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  • Accept/Decline Benefit Options
    Accept/Decline Benefit Options

    View what benefits are available to you and select or decline benefits.

    Deadline: Within 31 days of start date (no exceptions)
    Who: To be completed by you

    Details:

    • Log in to the UAB for Me portal to enroll, update, or view your benefits coverage (Note: must have BlazerID and password).
    • View Basic Benefits Overview of your UAB benefits, including provider information, frequently asked questions, and summaries of the medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance plans, and other benefits offered to UAB employees.

    Contact information


    Website: uab.edu/benefits 


    Email: benefits@uab.edu


    Phone: 205-934-3458


    Address: Administration Building (AB) Suite 264 | 701 20th Street South, Birmingham AL 35294

  • Complete Required Training in the UAB LMS (Learning Management System)
    Complete Required Training in the UAB LMS (Learning Management System)
    Timing: Various due dates depending on the training. Specific due dates and completion time frames can be found in the Campus LMS.
    Who: To be completed by you.


    Details
    • As a new hire, you will have several required trainings and attestations. Some are generally required of all employees, while others may be more specific to your role and reporting unit. Complete training includes orientation, code of conduct, memorandum of record, and other job-specific training in the Campus LMS (Learning Management System).
    • You will receive an email from UAB Campus LMS (campuslms@docebo.uab.edu) regarding any required training(s). You can access training by clicking the email links or logging in at uab.edu/campuslms.

    Contact information


    Website: uab.edu/campuslms


    Email: campuslearning@uab.edu


    Phone: 205-934-3359 



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