I am applying for a job and had two interviews already. so far i have done quite well. Today i recieved in the mail, an application and a some sort of waiver to allow them to check criminal history, driving record, and credit history. The job is for an entry level data entry position. its not a great job, or job that requires a degree. So its not anything to make a career out of. What i am wondering is, do they really check all of that stuff? The job requires no driving at all so i am curious as to why they need to know about my driving record, and why they would check my credit? Is this something the employer would really check? They are a small company.
2006-07-05 13:39:31 · 3 answers · asked by kaylah2218 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Depending upon what the data entry position is for will determine what they will check. If it is for very sensitive information, they will check everything. Insurance companies check all because they give you insurance - they don't want to insure bad drivers (health and driving risks). Also your allowing them to access the information says a lot - like you have nothing to hide.
So to answer the question - do they check everything? Depends on what the job is.
2006-07-05 14:07:37 · answer #1 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a credit check is done in a background check. In most jobs they are not looking to see if you are late on your credit card payments or whether you would qualify for a credit card, but to see if you have a number of public filings against you. (Leins, judgements, garnishments, warrants) Same with the driving record. Do you have outstanding warrants, DUI convictions, pending lawsuits due to negligence on your part, numerous traffic violations, suspended license. If they are telling you they will check it, then they will. Just make sure you answer all items on the job application truthfully. Don't lie about your education, don't lie about places you worked. It is the quickest way to lose a potential job.
2006-07-05 13:45:20 · answer #2 · answered by hr4me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will check from what I've experienced. They need to know you are not bad with money, or a criminal and poor driving records often indicate that you are irresponsible.
2006-07-05 14:02:07 · answer #3 · answered by CruelNails 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋