STEP 1

• ✓ Complete ALL required New Employee Paperwork forms with your information.
  • This can be done digitally, or you can print hard copies to fill out.
• ✓ All forms require a signature.
• ✓ Once all forms are complete, attach/upload the forms in an email and send to HRnewhirepapers@cuyahogacounty.gov.
  • Copy your Talent Acquisition & Employment Specialist on the email.
• ✓ You will receive a confirmation email letting you know the forms have been received.

New Employee Paperwork

• Auditor of State Fraud Reporting System Information
• Declaration of Support Obligation
• Employee Public Assistance Clearing Inquiry
• OPERS - Personal History Record
• Personnel Information Sheet
• SSA-1945

STEP 2

Remember to bring two forms of identification verification with you on your first day of work. These are the acceptable documents. 

Payroll Paperwork

• Setting up Direct Deposit
• W-4 Tax Information

STEP 3

Attend New Employee Orientation. You’ll receive an email with details about the date, time, and location.

New Employee Orientation Information

• Guidance for Harvard Avenue Maintenance Yard
• Guidance for Westshore PRC

STEP 4

To ensure timely enrollment in benefits, the Benefits Enrollment Form must be submitted within 30 consecutive days from your hire date. Ideally, submit this form during your Onboarding Process or New Employee Orientation.

Benefits Information and Forms

• Cuyahoga County's Employee Benefits Program
• Cuyahoga County Employee Benefits Eligibility and Overview
• Cuyahoga County's Wellness Website
• Alex Benefits Counselor
• Benefits Enrollment Guide
• Employee Benefit Rates
• Benefits Enrollment Form
• Default Benefits
• Required Documentation for Adding a Dependent
• Life Insurance Beneficiary Designation Form

PLEASE NOTE

Additional forms are required for some departments. See below for department specific mandatory forms.