Background Checks

Run this process every time you want to start a new employee background check

5 steps

Process steps

1

HR Manager: Contact the candidate(s) to get written permission for background check

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**insert template**Get written permission for background checks and explain the process.
2

Candidate: Provides written permission

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**insert template**Provides written permission, background-check providers can initiate the review.
3

Candidate: Refuses to go through background screening

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**insert template**
4

HR Manager: Receives background check results

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Once HR receives background check results, staff discusses them with hiring managers to decide next steps for the candidate and the position.
5

HR Manager: Inform candidate of their decisions

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**insert template**Hiring managers inform candidates of their decisions and ensure they get copies of their individual background check reports. If there are negative findings, HR/hiring managers must let candidates know how to dispute the report.

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