Kristina Taylor Articles

Should School Board Members Be Background Checked?

In New Jersey, there has been some recent hubbub about making all would-be school board members undergo criminal background checks prior to being able to get on the ballot.

Though most individuals are in favor of the regulation (and it looks like it’s being passed in the NJ legislature), some are worried about certain elements of it. Namely:

5 Reasons Employers Don’t Background Screen, part two

Welcome back to our series on the top excuses why employers aren’t always background screening…

If you missed part one of our series, check it out here!

5 Reasons Employers Don’t Background Screen, part one

With all the hubbub these days about protecting our companies, our client, our clients’ information, etc., it’s interesting (and a bit shocking) to realize that many, many organizations don’t background screen new hires.

Both Employees AND Employers Benefit from Background Screening

There are some people who erroneously believe that background screening is a “pain” for employees. But that truly isn’t the case, especially when it comes to the best workers.

Applicants Who Lie: Biggest Resume Lies

Jan 6, 2010 | Job Applicant Lies

Education History There are numerous ways that job applicants can and do lie to potential employers. One of the...

Applicants Who Lie, part I: Education History

Jan 6, 2010 | Job Applicant Lies

There are numerous ways that job applicants can and do lie to potential employers. One of the easiest ways is by...

Referrals – A Great Job Candidate Source, but Don’t Forget to Screen Them!

Dec 29, 2009 | Background Checks

Every employer knows that one of the best ways to come up with really wonderful job candidates is to get them by...

Hire a Santa That’s Nice, Not Naughty

Dec 15, 2009 | Background Checks

Are you thinking of hiring a Santa Claus lookalike this season for a private celebration or event? Don't take...

Should You Background Screen Consultants and Contractors?

Dec 1, 2009 | Background Checks

As the owner of (or manager at) a business, you probably hire consultants and/or contractors on either a regular or...

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Criminal Background

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Employment & Education

Taking the time to verify a prospective job candidate’s claims is always recommended to be assured that they have been truthful about their prior experience claims.