NOTE: This manual is in the process of being updated and an updated version will soon be available. Please contact the Employee Engagement and Recognition staff at Employee.EngagementandRecognition@usda.gov if you have any questions.

The FSIS Onboarding Manual provides agency-specific information for newer employees. Experienced employees will also find the manual useful! In this manual you'll find information about:

• Overview of USDA
• Cultural Transformation in USDA
• USDA Organization Chart
• USDA Offices
• USDA Agencies
• Overview of FSIS
• FSIS Organization Chart
• FSIS Program Areas 
• Federal Employment
• Pay and Leave
• Employee Benefits 
• Employee Programs and Services
• Forum Available to Employees
• Employee Development 
• Web-Based Tools
• Expected Conduct
• Travel
• Onboarding Checklist