i filled one out and like most job apps they ask for your ss number, i told the receptionist i was done and she told to put it on the pile with the rest of them and pointed to a box in the corner, i saw everyones personnals details including their ss number and i could have stole as many as i wanted and done them harm.
could i just leave it blank and say it will be given on request or maybe blank out the first few numbers ie. XXX-XX-1234
any employers got an answer?
2006-07-23 12:15:24 · 7 answers · asked by mysballs 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Yes, you can leave it off and put a note that says you will give it to them at the interview. Most generic application forms still have it on them, but it is illegal for anyone to force you to give them your SS# unless they are hiring you into employment, treating you as a doctor, or are a government official.
2006-07-23 12:20:17 · answer #1 · answered by charice266 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If I might add a few lines to what's already been written please. Of course you can refuse to give your SSN to anyone you like, but you must also realize that when it comes to employment, the SSN is how the government keeps track of your SS benefits, tax responsibilities, deductions, etc. At some point you'll have to give an employer this information if you want a job. But there are other things that you can do to insure your peace of mind that the employer handles the information in your best interest. I will refer you to the following web site to give you an idea of what I mean:
http://idtheft.about.com/od/preventingidentitytheft/p/Protect_SSN.htm
There's no denying the identity theft is a growing criminal activity today. You have to protect yourself and not be foolish in who gets your number. But there are times when you cannot conduct business without putting down a SSN. I believe the answer is in doing more reading on Identity Theft tips - referencing SSNs and just doing the best you can to protect yourself.
And even if you are the most diligent in the world about protecting that number, the number can STILL be obtained by means you just cannot protect, the sophisticated crook knows it, and that's a sad reality of it all. :(
2006-07-23 12:50:45 · answer #2 · answered by nothing 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are absolutely right in not providing the number. Some employers, however, track candidates using part of a ss# (last 4 digits). There are many things a prospective employer cannot ask prior to making an offer of employment - social security number is one of them.
2006-07-23 12:22:52 · answer #3 · answered by beadtheway 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A potential employer is not alowed to ask for SSN on a job application.
The only time an employer is alowed to ask for an SSN is toconduct a back ground check and this cannot be done without your consent anyway. You are well within your rights not to put you SSN on the application.
2006-07-23 12:20:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never had a problem giving a employer my ss# because they will get it anyway if they hire you.My big beef is having to give my address on this computer when ever you answer a e-mail. Plus they want my e-mail & phone #.. If they have my e-mail they do not need my address or visa versa. One or the other should do.
2006-07-23 13:08:17 · answer #5 · answered by BUTCH 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't put it. You have every right not to.
2006-07-23 13:49:23 · answer #6 · answered by ♥iamsleepy♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know
2006-07-23 12:20:06 · answer #7 · answered by Black_ash 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋