Sessions

You think you've finally found the perfect candidate, but then you find out that he/she has a criminal record. Maybe your candidate fessed up on a job application or in an interview. Or the background check came back with a rap sheet as long as your arm. Or maybe you saw something on his/her Twitter account that gives you pause. Now what? This session looks at the possible things that can go wrong with a candidate's background, and helps you navigate the legal landscape of what to do next. This session will help you:

• Identify the types of information that could potentially disqualify a candidate, like social media posts, interview information or criminal convictions.
• Understand the key legal issues at stake when dealing with negative information in a background check, including EEOC guidance, the FCRA, privacy laws, Ban the Box, as well as state and local laws.
• Identify the best legal practices for dealing with your candidate's criminal information or other negative information, with a focus on avoiding the risk of litigation and maintaining a positive candidate experience.
• Determine practical tips for policies and guidelines to protect you throughout the recruiting process.