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Criminal Record Checks 101: What Job Candidates Need to Know

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Then HR asks for your social security number and a signature of release for a background check. In today’s workplace, background checks are nearly ubiquitous, with criminal screening especially on the rise. Preparing for a Background Check. Building the Criminal History Report.

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How is the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacting Employment Background Checks?

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Editor’s note: This blog was updated on April 30, 2020, to reflect new information regarding drug screening labs, and additional FAQs related to COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way we approach employment background checks. We are currently fulfilling background screenings in nearly 90% of U.S.

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How the California Consumer Privacy Act Impacts Background Checks

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The new law will provide California residents with more control over their digital information and provide significant penalties to covered companies who fail to comply. The CCPA includes a broad definition of what constitutes “personal information.” The CCPA applies to California residents, not California employers.

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Sourcing vs. Recruiting: The Key Differences and Processes Explained

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According to research from LinkedIn’s Future of Recruiting , 87% of talent acquisition (TA) professionals indicate that recruiting is becoming more strategic. In the Employ’s Quarterly Insight’s report , benchmark data indicates that one-third of the time spent hiring is on sourcing, regardless of how fast the hiring process is.

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Choosing the Right Reporting Period for Your Criminal Background Check Program

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How far back should you search criminal backgrounds for your applicants and employees? Understanding the reporting period of your criminal background checks can be confusing. There is a patchwork of federal and state laws that limit how far back you can search in your background check.

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Guide to Hiring Employees in Switzerland

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Employers must comply with the Federal Data Protection Act, ensuring that personal and sensitive employee information is handled securely. Consent for data processing, especially for background checks , must be obtained in accordance with Swiss regulations. How to Hire Employees in Switzerland?

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Your Must-Have Guide to Healthcare Background Check Compliance

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Healthcare background check compliance is a critical component of the hiring process. With a better understanding of healthcare background checks and why they matter, you can design and maintain a background check program that allows you to hire qualified, responsible individuals while minimizing risks and liabilities.