Background checks are an unavoidable hurdle for countless job applicants as they navigate the often long-winded and intricate process of securing employment. Whether or not a background check will ...

Any organization's hiring decisions have long-term consequences. Employers need some assurance that new hires are the right sort of people, are trustworthy and follow workplace rules. That is why ...

WASHINGTON (AP) - Is an arrest in a barroom brawl 20 years ago a job disqualifier? Not necessarily, the government said Wednesday in new guidelines on how employers can avoid running afoul of laws ...

Hiring the right person is about more than just skill or experience. Employers want someone reliable, especially for roles involving finances or sensitive information. But credit checks can be tricky ...

California Assemblyman Tony Mendoza’s bill to ban employers from performing credit checks on prospective employees has just passed the assembly. According to Mendoza, assessing a person’s credit ...

Our editorial team draws on its extensive knowledge and experience in the background check industry to independently assess screening companies. We evaluated over 40 data points across 20 vetted ...

Title: Employee Background Checks Policy Effective Date: October 1, 2011 Responsible Office: Office of the Provost Last Updated: First Version Employee Type: All Prospective Employees This policy ...