Hiring decisions that don’t turn out well can have costly implications for an organization, resulting in the loss of time, resources, and revenue. It is important to remember that recruitment is a form of investment in the future of your company. While it is important to find individuals that have the required skills for the…
Background checks and the laws surrounding them can sometimes be confusing for employers, as federal, state, and local laws may prohibit the use of certain information or require certain processes when using the information. To make sure that you understand fair hiring practices relating to background checks, read the truth about three common background check myths….
Washington State is the most recent to enact a Ban the Box law. Washington State is the most recent to enact a Ban the Box law. The Washington Fair Chance Act, signed into law on March 13th, effective as of June 7, 2018, prohibits employers from asking about arrests or convictions before an applicant is…
Find out what Ban-The-Box Laws are and how they apply to your business What is Ban-the-Box? Ban-the-box is a movement that aims to encourage employers to consider a job candidate’s qualifications first before considering their criminal record. This campaign allows previously incarcerated applicants a fair chance in the job market by delaying the opportunity for…
One of the best methods for validating personal identifiers. Consent-based social security number verification (CBSV) is one of the best methods for validating personal identifiers. CBSV is a fee and consent-based validation service that is administered through the Social Security Administration (SSA). Typically, this verification is used by companies that provide banking and mortgage services,…
In this article, we will give you an overview of commonly used Identity Verification Systems. Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (CBSV): verifies whether SSN holder’s name, date of birth, and SSN match the SSA’s records by returning a match verification of “yes” or “no.” If records show that the SSN holder is deceased, a death…
Understanding Crisis Communication Crisis communications is a part of public relations that intends to protect and defend an individual, company, or organization from a potential or ongoing public challenge to its reputation. Crises can hit at any time without forewarning, so it’s important to be aware of how to address the situation beforehand. Ask yourself…
Discussion on two common background screenings A background check can mean different things depending on the situation it is used in and the organization performing the check. Typically, however, it encompasses the process of compiling data from both private and public sources for various purposes, including employment screening or tenant rental agreements. Two common background…
Part 1 in our new 12-part series Understanding Pre-Employment Background Screening. In order to keep a company alive and competitive in today’s world, new people must be hired. Sure, there are a lot of benefits that a company can get from an employee base bonded by time and common experiences. However, in order to assimilate…
Understanding background screening. Introduction County, Federal and Statewide Criminal Searches all provide distinct layers of insight into a candidate’s criminal history. They are great tools when utilized individually but have even greater potential for discovery when combined. The searches vary not only in the information which they provide, but also in the process by which…