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Statewide New Employee Orientation

A program to welcome and prepare new State of Delaware Employees for their role in state government.

The Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) is an in-person initiative designed to provide a consistent, welcoming, and informative onboarding experience for new State of Delaware employees. SNEO helps new hires understand their benefits, workplace expectations, and resources as they begin their roles.

The program recently celebrated its first anniversary with the completion of its 23rd session. Over the past year, SNEO has provided guidance on employee benefits, State policies, and public service to nearly 2,000 new employees.

Hear from Our New Employees

New employees share their experiences with the Statewide New Employee Orientation as the program marks its first anniversary.


What Our Leadership Says

"SNEO gives new employees a meaningful introduction to state service by connecting them with essential resources, people, and purpose. Through a deeper understanding of benefits, organizational structure, and our mission, new employees are equipped to contribute with confidence and build a strong foundation for long-term success."

~ Yvonne Anders Gordon, Secretary of the Department of Human Resources, State of Delaware



Data Highlights

  • Total Attendance: 1,862
  • Survey Response Rate: 94.4%

SNEO Survey Results

  • 96.8% Understand Benefits & Resources
  • 98.9% Know Respectful Workplace Standards
  • 94.5% Feel Prepared to Begin Their Role
  • 92.8% Found the Orientation Engaging

*Data through the June 15, 2026 Statewide New Employee Orientation.


A group of new employess at the Statewide New Employee Orientation.
New employee at the Statewide New Employee Orientation.
A group of new employess taking the Oath to Support the Constitution at the Statewide New Employee Orientation.

See more pictures from our Statewide New Employee Orientations on Flickr !