Sessions
Concurrent Session
Fair Chance Hiring: Shifting from Background Check Compliance to Talent Strategy
Location: Congressional B
Tuesday 03/13/2018 09:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1.50 SHRM PDCs
| Competencies: HR Expertise, Ethical Practice, Business Acumen
| Intended Audience: Mid-Level
Workplace Application:
Gain an understanding of how to update your hiring process so that all applicants, including those with criminal records, have a fair chance to put their skills to work for you … and protect your organization in the process!
You’ve likely heard the statistics on the high number of Americans with criminal records and are aware of the national “ban-the-box” movement designed to prevent discrimination against these job applicants. But do you really know how to leverage this untapped talent pool while at the same time protecting your company from negligent hiring and discrimination lawsuits? In this session, we will cut through the rhetoric to provide tangible information on the “whys” and “hows” of hiring individuals with criminal records. In this session, you will:
- Learn how to analyze criminal records to reduce bias, while at the same time meeting your compliance obligations, when making hiring decisions.
- Be introduced to a model decision-making process.
- Identify action steps to apply in your unique organization.
- Learn tips on selecting a background check provider.
