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Top 6 Sectors Where County-Level Criminal Checks Are a Must
About 92% of employers use criminal background checks for some or all job openings. But even with that level of use, many screening programs leave

How Critical Are County-Level Searches in Pre-Employment Screening?
You’ve done the background check, and everything appears to be clean. You make the hire, and then a serious issue surfaces that no one saw

The Risks of Skipping County-Level Criminal Searches During Hiring
When it comes to background checks, many employers assume that a national or statewide search is enough to flag potential issues. However, the truth is

An Introduction to Post-Hire Background Searches
93% of firms globally conduct background searches as part of their hiring process. However, only about one in five employers continues screening after the hire.

What Is A Social Security Number Trace? A Complete Guide
According to the Federal Trade Commission, over 1.1 million identity theft reports were filed in the United States last year, leading to a fraud of

How Do Organizations Verify Education Before Making a Hire?
Employers usually have a large pile of resumes when hiring for a position, and all of these resumes are similar in terms of qualifications. But

Background Checks for Temporary and Contract Employees: Tailoring the Process
U.S. staffing companies hire 12.7 million temporary and contract employees each year. From warehouses to corporate offices, contingent workers fill critical roles across industries. But

What Shows Up In a Background Check and What Causes Potential Red Flags? A Complete Guide
Approximately one in three Americans have a criminal record, reflecting the importance of background checks in assessing employability. For employers, business owners, and recruiters, these

What Shows Up on a Criminal Background Check for Employment?
According to a CareerBuilder survey, 75% of employers have discovered false resume information, making background checks more important than ever. Criminal background checks go beyond