Background Check

Background Check

January 29, 2020

On November 18, 2019, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced in a press release that they settled a race discrimination lawsuit with a nationwide retailer which challenged the employer’s use of criminal history for employment purposes. The hiring process can vary by the employer and industry, that’s why it’s vital that employers determine what is needed for their background check program.

Background Check

September 16, 2019

The National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS) voted at the 2019 NAPBS Annual Conference to approve the rebranding of their name to the Professional Background Check Association (PBSA). This change will transition the company into a global organization which was initiated 12 years ago by creating an international committee and three international chapters. This rebranding will be accompanied by a new logo and website, which you can view here.

Background Check

September 06, 2019

As an employer, you want to ensure a safe hire every time to protect your company’s reputation and workplace safety. Employees are often screened during the hiring process with a background check according to the company’s policy. Depending on the employer and the industry, background checks can vary greatly. Here is an in-depth guide to background checks, establishing what they are, how to use them, and how employers can benefit from them when conducted properly.

Background Check

August 14, 2019

Background investigations are common among most employers when protecting their company but aren’t always customized to meet industry specifics. Depending on the industry, such as the financial industry, background checks should be customized to include more in-depth searches, such as a financial due diligence search.

Background Check

June 04, 2019

A background check is a common procedure that most companies implement when hiring a new employee. This process delivers detailed information on the applicant to ensure that they will make a safe and reliable hire. Although it is commonly practiced, not all companies make it a standard practice, which could cause repercussions in the long run. Employers need to understand the importance of background checks, why they should implement them, and how best practices can improve the workplace environment.

Background Check

April 23, 2019

Background checks can be quite diverse, making it tricky for employers to decipher exactly what is necessary or required for their hiring standards. When implementing a background check program for your company you should know all the products and services available, understand and abide by your state laws, and maintain compliance by following the guidelines of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Employers are required to disclose to the applicant that a background check will be run and to receive written consent from the applicant to move forward with conducting the searches.

Background Check

March 06, 2019

When hiring new employees, it’s vital that employers create and follow a standard protocol to protect their company and ensure a safe and smart hire every time. Employment screening doesn’t have to be a burden, with an employee screening checklist you can ensure that you’re following your procedures with every individual who represents your company. This will not only enforce safety standards in your office but will continue to protect it by preventing employees who aren’t fit for the role from slipping through the cracks. The following checklist contains procedures that you should consider when creating your hiring process.