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Perform Individualized Assessments - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com If you get results that are unsettling to you should consider performing a personal assessment. Inform the candidate of the results and inquire further about the results. Once you have gained more insight to the…
Comply with State Laws - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com Federal law requires compliance when obtaining background checks. Failure to get the applicant’s authorization or following the proper disclosures can result in legal consequences including lawsuits against you in both state and federal court. Every state…
The Adverse Action - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com “Adverse Action” is defined as, a denial of employment or any other decision for employment purposes based in whole or in part on a consumer report that adversely affects any current or prospective employee. FCRA…
Have a No Criminal Record Policy - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com Fair employment laws require that you only make hiring decisions based on role-related and business-necessity criteria. Therefore, you should avoid bright line policies, such as refusing to hire anyone with any type of criminal record….
Take a Lackadaisical Approach - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com If someone refers a friend or it is a friend of a friend you can sometimes be tempted to let an individual slide by without a complete background check, or to overlook a certain aspect…
Have a Written Policy - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com All companies should have a written document outlining their screening process. This helps prevent legal issues and allows candidates to clearly understand the company’s requirements. The policy should include how the checks are conducted, what…
Complete the Proper Background Check to the Job - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com You as an employer have an obligation under EEOC guidelines to ensure the type of background check you use matches the risk and responsibilities of the position and that the factors used to judge the…
Applicant Consent - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com The first and most important step in employment screening is to obtain applicant or employee consent. You must make applicants aware that they will be subject to an employment background check, and the candidate/employee must…
Use a Comprehensive Check - Screening Potential Employees
by Joe Killinger CEO, theRRD.com A background check should be comprehensive and cover all the necessary elements to make an informed decision about hiring. Comprehensive checks should include a criminal history, a reference and credential check, a driving record and…