Past studies by a risk consulting firm reveal that nearly a decade ago, the “hit ratio report” on background screenings were already climbing. Red flags were multiplying; criminal record hits went from 8.5 to 9.1 percent; discrepancies in employment verifications rose from 36.5 to 49.4 percent, and educational verifications were up from 14.1 percent to 21.6 percent. Today’s numbers are projected to be even higher. These highly relevant statistics signify why a background check is an essential part of the hiring process.
Background checks are now the norm
It is no longer enough to have a mandatory drug test but to have deeper and more complete information to review and consider regarding candidates. Additionally, companies are no longer screening only for specific levels or job types, but also for all candidates because of the risk that exists at every level of an organization. Even smaller companies realize the importance of data screening.
As employers have shown a heightened awareness of the need for background screening, the methodology and nature of the screening industry have changed. Parameters for data have become more stringent and detailed to reduce the risk and to ensure the best candidates is presented for hiring.
8 Reasons a candidate may fail a background check
- Convicted of a crime relevant to the job’s responsibilities
- Convicted of a crime if applying for a job requiring a security clearance
- Showed a poor credit history (especially if applying for a financial position)
- Lied, embellished or hid experience, credentials or other pertinent information
- Showed a dishonorable military discharge
- Reviewed badly by a previous employer
- Surprised the employer unfavorably with some undisclosed fact
- Incorrect information was pulled
If you outsource your candidates’ background screening to an agency such as Data Screening.com, you will receive in-depth information as well as counsel as to what steps you may take regarding the report.
About DataScreeening.com
Data Screening is a Certified Women’s Business Enterprise that has offered business-to-business employment and tenant screenings to human resource professionals and business owners, including staffing companies, for two decades. Among other organizations, they are members of the New Jersey Staffing Alliance, the Society for Human Resource Management and the National Association of Professional Background Screeners. How may we help you today?