These statements, and many others like them, were recently posted by job seekers on a public Indeed forum, and are enough to scare even the most seasoned hiring manager.
It may be hard to believe that the professional-looking candidate sitting across from you is anything other than honest and forthcoming, but according to a 2017 HireRight survey, 85% of employers have found inaccuracies on a job application.
Additionally, California law prohibits seeking information about criminal convictions until after a conditional job offer has been made. An employer can no longer use questions about conviction histories on application forms or in the interview process to screen job candidates.
So if you can’t always trust the application and you can’t ask direct questions in the interview, how do you ensure a new employee has the right skills or education and doesn’t pose a threat to safety and security?
The solution is a consistent, legally-compliant background investigation program.
Smart employers plan their hiring process to include verification of job qualifications such as education and past experience, and post-offer criminal records searches.
These steps are a relatively small investment of time and money and could save your company significant amounts of both if you avoid hiring an individual who is unqualified or unsafe.
Sierra HR Partners would be happy to discuss our background investigation services and pricing with you. Our web site provides additional details or you may contact us for more information!
