HR Update

In rare cases, employees may start their appointment prior to the completion of a background check. Exceptions will only be considered if the background check and verification have not been completed five days after submission and if the position provides a critical service to the University or if the background check process has been delayed due to extenuating circumstances (e.g., a natural disaster). New employees shall not start in their role unless an exception has been granted by central HR. 

Background check exceptions must be requested through OHR’s Talent Acquisition (TA) department. To submit for an exception, hiring managers will follow the appropriate process: 

• For TA-supported positions: Reach out to their designated TA contact
• For all other positions: Reach out to their local HR department

They will then be asked to give more information, which will be submitted on their behalf by a TA representative or local HR department.