HR Update

With the new academic year beginning, Talent Acquisition wants to remind hiring managers to send background check invitation links to candidates in a timely manner to allow ample time for the background checks to be completed. Sending out the invitation quickly allows for more time for the candidate to complete it before the start date. This practice also helps if there are unforeseen delays. 

Once sent, please monitor the background check invitation to ensure the candidate completes the process promptly. The background check is initiated once the candidate submits their information, not when the email is sent.

Please note that there has been an increase in background check exception requests. Only in rare circumstances will individuals be granted an exception by the Office of Human Resources to start their appointment prior to the completion of the background check and verification. 

Exceptions will only be considered if the required background check and verifications have not been completed after five days from when the individual submitted their information and the position provides a service critical to the mission of the University and the delay in their employment impacts the University’s ability to provide this service; or the background check and verification process has been impacted by extenuating circumstances, such as a natural disaster, pandemic, etc.