Over 95% of U.S. based organizations are already background checking their employees. In fact, Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) states: “Background screening is popular worldwide, nearly universal among employers with locations in the U.S. But, have you ever stopped to wonder why you are running this crucial step, or what exactly it is accomplishing? This article will explore the main goals of running a background check and what they are achieving.
Goals of Background Screening
- Validate Identity
The first goal of a background check is to verify the identity of your candidate – that they are exactly who they say they are. Their identity can be confirmed by running a SSN Verification and Address History Check.
- Verify Credentials & Employment
A lot like verifying the identity of your candidate, the second goal is to authenticate their education, credentials, certifications, and work history. Resume and Professional Verifications such as Education Verification, Employment Verification, Professional License and Certificate Verification will validate this history.
- Confirm Reputation
An individual’s reputation, how they work with others, and if they left their last employment under good terms are all crucial aspects to maintaining your organizational culture. Corroborate this information with a Professional & Personal Reference Check.
- Mitigate Risk
Significantly reduce the chances of negligent hiring liability and ultimately protect your organization from accident, fraud or theft. County Civil, US Federal Civil, Drug & Alcohol Testing, FACIS, Medical Registries, OIG, MVR, Credit Reports, Bankruptcy, Liens, & Judgments, and Rental History are just a few options to help you mitigate risk.
- Preserve Security & Safety
By identifying past behavior through a comprehensive criminal check, you will maintain a safe and secure workplace environment for your current employees and clients. 7 Year Misdemeanor & Felony, County Criminal, Statewide Criminal, Verified National Criminal, Verified Enhanced National Criminal, US Federal Criminal, International Criminal, National Wants & Warrants, National Sex Offender Registry, CAPS Check
As you can see there are quite a few criminal background checks that can be performed on your employees; ensure you are using the right combination by contacting one of our expert advisors.
- Compliance
Depending on your organization you have may industry specific legal requirements for hiring. Background screening leads to maintaining compliance in your industry.
What Background Screening Accomplishes
- Qualified & Quality Candidates
First and foremost background screening leads to better quality and more qualified candidates, in turn enhancing your culture and helping to fulfill your mission.
- Informed Decisions
In order to have a confident hiring choice, you must make informed decisions through accurate and comprehensive background screening.
- Reducing Costs
Attrition costs are significant – up to twice the salary of that role. Background checks help to avoid high turnover costs.
- Trust
Background screening establishes trust between the organization and those it serves: employees and customers.
If you are missing any of the goals, products, or achievements in your background screening policy, please contact us today. A quick consult will ensure you are reaping all the benefits background screening can provide.
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