How to Get an Employment Background Check
Employment background checks are an important part of the workplace as they can mean the difference between hiring a great employee or your worst nightmare. However, getting an employment background check can be more difficult than what you might think. Here is your complete guide on how to get an employment background check on someone you are considering adding to the fold.
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Instructions
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Know the regulations for your state. Each state has different requirements, however those regulations are superseded by the federal government. Because an employee background check is a consumer report, the FCRA requires that you provide an employee a consent form that ensures their cooperation in obtaining an employee background check.
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Know the wording for the consent forms. Employee background consent forms have to be specifically worded to prevent lawsuit or discrimination complaint. Be informed and get up-to-date information from federal websites in regard to the wording that needs to be placed on the forms in order for them to be fully compliant.
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Get online with credit reporting agencies. Since credit reporting agencies can tell you a lot about a person's credibility, it's a very good idea to obtain an employer membership with these reporting agencies to get a discount on the information that you need.
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Keep good records. When employees provide you with prior work history, make sure you call and verify all references. Prior managers and co-workers can provide eye-opening information that can help you make an informed position.
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Get your human resources department involved in the process. Having someone skilled and trained in how to get and maintain employee information is a great resource for company owners and managers. Use the resources provided to you to put together a complete file on everyone that you are considering for a position in your firm.
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Tips & Warnings
Be prepared to provide a reason as to why you did not hire someone based on their employee background screening and provide documentation to supplement that information.
When sending out letter to candidates you did not hire based on information in their employee background check, ensure that the wording you provide cannot be viewed as discrimination based on sex, disability, race or religion.
