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The Rise of Social Media Screening in a Changing Hiring Process

Sterling Check

We sat down with Ken Schnee and Ben Mones to discuss the impact of social media on the hiring process and trends effecting the screening world. Ben is the CEO and Co-founder of Fama , the world’s largest social media screening company and leader in the application of artificial intelligence technology in background screening services.

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Will 9th Circuit Court Decision Influence Background Check Seven-Year Reporting Rule?

Cisive

The seven-year rule is standard in human resources as part of most background check screening processes. It’s also been a rule that most HR leaders are familiar with in that it has been part of the hiring and screening process for most HR leaders and employers for nearly 20 years. A little background: The 9th U.S.

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Essential Guide to Background Check Disclosure and Authorization Forms

InfoMart

BLOG Essential Guide to Background Check Disclosure and Authorization Forms Tim Gordon October 15 2024 For HR professionals, compliance with background screening laws is non-negotiable. These forms are foundational to the background screening process under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

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Is addiction a disability under the ADA?

Business Management Daily

Making it possible for an employee with a disability to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment by modifying the role or providing additional support such as ensuring that bathrooms are accessible, providing a screen reader or technical assistance, or allowing a service animal to come to work with the employee.

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An Employer’s Guide to Managed Background Check Compliance

InfoMart

They help companies comply with legal obligations, including state laws and Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines. At the start of your screening program, the background check provider works with you to determine the hiring factors that are relevant to you. These two processes ensure fair hiring decisions.

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DOT Approves Oral Fluid Testing for Federally Regulated Drug Screening Programs

Cisive

This addition to regulated drug testing programs will give employers a choice of screening methodologies to help combat employee cheating on urine drug tests and provide a less intrusive means of achieving the safety goals of workplace drug screening programs.

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What HR Should Know About EEOC-Compliant Background Checks

InfoMart

For example: Immediately denying candidates based on a criminal record violates EEOC guidelines. Social media screening is permitted, but be careful. EEOC and Pre-Employment Screening Pre-employment screening, including background checks , is a critical step in the hiring process.