Employers need to be sure that the candidate they hire for a particular position meets the requirements for the job. These requirements may include, among other things, a certain level of education or job experience. The sad truth is that some candidates lie on their resumes and/or applications. A thorough background check can help employers verify that candidates are as qualified as they claim.
However, as is true with so many human resource issues, employers must be careful when conducting background checks. In some cases, the Fair Credit Reporting Act may apply; in others, state privacy laws may limit the information that can be accessed and used. In all cases, employers must be cautious and not consider impermissible information.
The good news is that employers don’t need to struggle with this issue. Management 2000, a Professional Employer Organization, is experienced in all aspects of background checks. Whether it involves level of education, work experience, credit checks, criminal history, or driving records, the HR professionals at Management 2000 have the HR management tools to conduct accurate, legal background checks. For more information about HR support from Management 2000, call (317) 549-2000 or log on to www.management2000.com.
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