Do Not Leave Background Checks out of Your Hiring Process

Finding the perfect candidate in the hiring process for your organization can feel like you have hit the jackpot. Your organization’s ability to grow and succeed will depend on the people you hire and the skills and talent they will bring.

Luck of the Draw?

Unfortunately, the hiring process is not always a smooth and headache-free process. It requires more than luck and good fortune. All hiring managers are looking for the job candidate who they feel will get them over those hurdles they have been faced with for several months. In order to find that one person, many hiring managers will undergo a process that can include the following:

• Determining the description of the job
• Advertising the job description
• Filtering the incoming job applications
• Selecting candidates to interview
• Scheduling interviews
• Selecting the best candidate for the position

Background Checks

Did you notice anything missing from the list? One of the most important items that get left off the list is background checks. A thorough background check can give your organization the advantage it needs to find the candidate who will be perfect for the job. If background checks are so important, why do some hiring managers choose to skip this very important step or make the decision to not utilize all the features and options that come with background checks?

One of the main reasons many hiring managers choose not to use background checks is because they feel as if they would immediately know if someone were a problem. Unfortunately, this is very common in the small business world. Small businesses are also generally hit the hardest by the hiring decision they make compared to larger organizations. Many small businesses have to close their doors for good due to poor hiring decisions.

Learn More About Including Background Checks in the Hiring Process

Due diligence will not end after the hiring date. Also, just because you are working closely with someone on a daily basis does not mean you know what their life is like after they leave the workplace. Background checks and other screenings can give your organization the extra layer of protection it needs.

For more information on background checks, please do not hesitate to contact us today.