Onboarding Guide for Illinois Employers [Free Download]

HR work can be daunting, especially for onboarding new team members. This process is not just good practice but also mandated by state and federal law.

In Illinois, HR reps must attend to various employment requirements during onboarding, including filling out forms, sharing company information and training, and providing professional resources. Laws require all necessary paperwork be kept on file for audits.

Our guide will help you follow Illinois' onboarding procedures to ensure successful audits in the future.

Onboarding Topics We'll Cover

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Federal and State Forms

Completion of the I-9 Form enables employers to first verify the identity of the new hire.  The W-4 Form informs the IRS of your new hire and dictates the amount of tax withheld.  The IL-W-4 is specific to Illinois to determine state income tax witholding.

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Employee Training

The goal of any employer should be to retain employees once they are hired. It helps to build
a company culture of security and comfort. Once hired, employees should stick with you! To
ensure that happens, proper employee training is essential.

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Human Resources: Best Practices

From recruiting, to onboarding, to retention, to advocacy, a human resources team drives the
success of a company. Here are the most important guidelines an HR team can follow to help a
company navigate the bumpy waters of a thriving, bustling business.

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