Employment Screening
/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt ˈskrinɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which employers verify the backgrounds and qualifications of job applicants to ensure suitability and compliance with legal and organizational standards.
The company uses employment screening to check candidates’ criminal records and employment history before hiring.
Forms
- employment screening
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Commentary
Employment screening often involves checking criminal, credit, and educational records, and must comply with privacy and anti-discrimination laws.
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