background investigations
Study: College graduates undergo more background checks than executives
A new study by U.K. background-screening firm HireRight shares some scary statistics. In interviews with 140 human resources representatives, all of whom are employed by companies with more than 5,000 employees, researchers found that it is quite common for executive-level employees to undergo fewer background checks and screening processes than the typical entry-level, college graduate…
Read MoreMBA programs see increase in applicant background verification
It is becoming more and more common for higher education programs and schools to conduct background checks on its applicants. However, unlike schools that want to confirm students’ criminal histories, these business school programs are more interested in whether its applicants are being honest on their applications. Depending on the school or MBA program, employment…
Read MoreNew dating site screens all members for criminal history, relationship statuses
first online dating portal to perform thorough background investigations on every member, in order to ensure that your blind date doesn’t blindside you with any felony convictions, second families or other falsehoods. As the “Newest and Safest Way to Date,” Play It Safe Dating not only screens its members for criminal records, it also claims…
Read MoreFederal government implemented background check changes over past 12 months
Since last October, the federal government has made big strides in reforming the way that it conducts background checks on its employees and contractors. The single biggest change was that the government fired the background screening company that had been performing about 40 percent of its investigations, or about 21,000 background investigations each month. That…
Read MoreNew York City considering pre-employment credit check ban
once again introduced legislation that would prevent city employers from utilizing credit checks in determining whether a candidate is a good fit for a job. Jobs that require credit checks under state or federal law would, of course, be exempt from the new law, should it pass. Employers often utilize credit checks in determining whether…
Read MoreCalif. care employees cleared before passing employee criminal history checks
In California, those who work for daycare centers and elderly care facilities — as well as those who wish to be foster parents — must undergo employee criminal history background checks. In addition, the California Department of Social Services requires that, if someone is arrested but not convicted of a crime, they must still undergo…
Read MoreEcuador Central Bank governor resigns over fake degree
The governor of the Central Bank of Ecuador has resigned after admitting that he lied about having a degree in economics. Pedro Delgado apologized for providing false information when he applied to a business school more than 20 years ago. He finished his masters degree there, but the business school – Incae – discovered he’d…
Read MoreDiploma mill fined $22.7 million in federal lawsuit
lawsuit, which was originally brought against www.belfordhighschool.com by Flint native Carrie McCluskey, alleged that Belford High School takes students’ money by offering them an accredited high school diploma, but that Belford High School is not accredited by legitimate accreditation agencies and that the diplomas are not valid. “Getting a GED can really help you start…
Read MoreBill may limit criminal background checks in Michigan
bill (H.R. 6220) introduced by Rep. Hansen Clarke (D-MI) would prohibit employers from asking about or checking an applicant’s criminal record until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Known as the “Ban the Box” bill, it would even prohibit the employer from asking the applicant to mark a box on the application form indicating…
Read MoreHow to build a dependable workforce
Take a look at this incredible infographic from Business.com to see the ins, the outs and the justifications for employment screening. These are some very easy to understand steps for how to build a dependable workforce. ]]>
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