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Employer Update

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Category: Orientation

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VRS Member Guide a Time-Saver for Onboarding Duties

August 2025

Help new hires understand benefits faster by sharing the VRS Member Guide during onboarding.

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Announcements

June 2025

Adopting the Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan; Employee Orientation; Voya Payroll Reminders; VRS Training

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Announcements

May 2025

Form Updates; VRS Training; Hybrid Plan Contributions; Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan Adoption; Employee Orientation

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Announcements

April 2025

Payroll Reminders; LODA Training; Hybrid Plan Contributions; Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Plan Adoption; Employee Orientation

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Announcements

March 2025

Monthly Contributions to Hybrid Retirement Plan; Track Legislation; Administering Benefits; Streamline Orientation

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Onboard Like a Pro With These Four Essential Steps

February 2025

There is a lot to cover with new employees, especially when it comes to explaining their VRS benefits.

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Use the VRS Member Guide to Streamline Employee Orientation

December 2024

Quick-reference guide explains VRS plan information in simple terms with action steps for employees.

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Follow These Four Best Practices When Onboarding New Employees

August 2024

First days on the job can be overwhelming for new hires. Here are four tips to help streamline your onboarding process.

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Your Turn to Ask

November 2023

What resources do you have to help onboard new employees?

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