When searching the pool of job candidates, finding the right person is not always an easy task. One essential piece of the hiring process is running a background check. Ninety-six percent of employers run background checks on candidates, according to a PBSA national survey. It is a critical part of recruitment and onboarding. When searching for a […]
At SELECTiON.COM®, we have received many questions from hiring managers about criminal record requests over the years. As an expert in criminal record research, you can count on us to have the answers you need. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most common questions we receive when it comes to criminal record research. Do […]
We are excited to announce that the BCI and FBI fingerprint hours at our conveniently located Tri-County office are extending into the evening. By lengthening our hours, it allows a more significant window for applicants and volunteers to be fingerprinted. Our Tri-County location will continue to be open for walk-ins from 8 AM- 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday. Beginning November 4th, we will add additional […]
According to the U.S Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), over 90 million individuals, approximately 30% of the population in the country, have a criminal record on file in state criminal history repositories. This statistic does not include traffic infractions (e.g., improper turns, parking violations, failure to stop, some speeding violations, among others) which are the most common […]
On Oct. 3, 2019, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the agency enforcing federal consumer financial laws, released their background screening report snapshot, which provides an overview of companies involved in the background screening industry. The CFPB acknowledges three critical drivers of growth: increased demand due to improvements in the labor market, the decline in rental vacancy rates, and expanded online services. The CFPB report focuses on screenings that […]
What is the most crucial thing a background screening provider can offer? It’s challenging to narrow it down to just one. Although the report is essential, there are more valuable qualities that companies need to consider. The factors that make up a proper background screening provider are compliance, price, quality data, turnaround time, and customer […]
NAPBS Has Evolved Into a Global Organization and Rebranded as the Professional Background Screening Association. On September 9, the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS) publicized that its members voted at the 2019 NAPBS Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas, to approve the association’s rebrand to the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA). Established in 2003, PBSA is the only association of […]
New technology helps companies to go beyond pre-employment checks and allows for the monitoring of current employees for concerning behavior. Continuous monitoring is a real game-changer for employment screening and adds immeasurable value to any employer. While some industries are mandated to do periodic screening, there are more companies than ever embracing some form of […]
