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Should You Include Social Media in Background Checks?

Cisive

In a 2020 survey by The Harris Poll , 70% of employers who responded said they believe every company should screen candidates’ social media profiles during the hiring process and 78% of employers believe that current employees should maintain a work-appropriate social media profile. Creating a Social Media Screening Policy.

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How to Review Your Background Check Provider

InfoMart

BLOG How to Review Your Background Check Provider Tammy Cohen , PHR, SHRM-CP February 9 2024 Pre-employment screening is probably a standard part of your business’s hiring process, but is it feeling a little outdated? If your background checks are the same as they were five years ago, it may be time for a change.

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Key Human Resources (HR) Pillars: Your 101 Guide

Analytics in HR

Whether it’s developing company policies , hiring, onboarding, employer branding, and developing compliance standards, the HR function is responsible for managing a company’s entire employee experience. HR coordinates communication and training of these laws, such as anti-discrimination and anti-harassment.

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Creating a Culture of Inclusion: Proven Tactics for Recruiting a Diverse Talent Pool

HR Digest

By embracing diversity and inclusivity, organizations can leverage the unique perspectives and talents of employees from different backgrounds, leading to increased innovation, creativity, and improved business outcomes. However, diversity recruiting and hiring require a deliberate and strategic approach.

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Staffing Tips for Seasonal Hiring this Fall

Accurate Background

Establish a “same time next year” policy. Afterall, these temps are only in house for a short time, so why mess with background checks, drug tests, and other screening measures? Pre-employment background screenings are essential for protecting your property, data, and reputation. Don’t Cut Corners.

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4 Reasons to Use Tech-Enabled Social Media Screening

Sterling Check

According to a recent survey , nearly 75% of employers use search engines to research their job candidates. However, while using social media checks might sound simple and safe, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) encourages employers to exercise caution when conducting social media reviews. The bottom line?

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Social Media Background Checks: Are They Okay – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

Is it okay to Google or search social media for candidate information? Is it okay to Google or search social media for candidate information? It is illegal under the FCRA and discrimination laws to use the information you find to discriminate against someone because of a protected class. Why or why not?