Shows
Background Check RadioProduct Spotlight Series: Equifax Smart ScreenOn this episode of Background Check Radio's Product Spotlight Series, Jason Morris and Kevin Bachman of IQubed Advisors sit down with Joe Buerlen and Derek Jones of Equifax Workforce Solutions to talk about a new product offering and why CRAs are not rushing in. .
2023-12-061h 00
Background Screening Tips & TechBackground Screening Software Platforms - License Software OR Build Your Own/HomegrownBackground Screening Software Platforms - License Software OR Build Your Own/HomegrownOn this episode Tim Santoni and Joe Buerlen the differences between using a background screening provider that is on a software platform like Tazworks, Deverus, Accio Data, etc. versus a homegrown, self developed platform.Their are pro's and con's to both, the most important to thing is to understand what platform is being used and understand how that platform or software impacts the following;IntegrationsCustomizationsComplianceUser Experience (UI)Support Updates / UpgradesData Privacy
2020-11-0211 min
Background Screening Tips & TechWinter is Coming...Winter is Coming...On this episode of the podcast Tim Santoni and Joe Buerlen talk about the challenge’s employers will be facing as we head into winter. The season are chaging and the cold weather will bring allergies and the flue. Also, the increased visibility and attention into diversity and inclusivity is on the minds of HR and Talent Acquisition professionals.The weather will be cooling off, we are entering allergy and flu season. What will this mean as employers try to protect their teams from COVID? Will there be more false positives for CO...
2020-10-2612 min
Background Screening Tips & TechCriminal Records... Lifting the VeilCriminal Records... Lifting the VeilOn this episode Tim Santoni and Joe Buerlen dive into criminal records. Where do they come from, how do they get retrieved and verified?Wholesale data providers are great resources to get to the records. That can be electronically or in-person via researchers. The background screening partner (CRA) then needs to review the records found and determine if they belong to the applicant. They also need to determine if they are reportable. There are tons and tons of criminal records out there. Uncovering the ones that matter and r...
2020-10-1912 min
Background Screening Tips & TechSocial Media ScreeningSocial Media ScreeningOn Episode 8 of the podcast, Joe Buerlen and Tim Santoni talk about the increasing requests for Social Media Screening as part of the pre-employment background check process.They discuss the concerns, best practices and how to do it compliantly.
2020-10-1210 min
Background Screening Tips & TechHiring people with CRIMINAL historiesHiring people with CRIMINAL historiesOn this episode Tim Santoni & Joe Buerlen discuss trends towards hiring people with criminal backgrounds. Here are two companies that make it a point to hire people with criminal histories.Dave's Killer Breadhttp://www.daveskillerbread.com/Hot Chicken Takeoverhttps://hotchickentakeover.com/
2020-10-0509 min
Background Screening Tips & TechTurnaround Time in Background ScreeningEpisode 6 of Background Screening Tips & TechOn this episode Tim Santoni and Joe Buerlen talk about turnaround time and what it really means.Turnaround time is a key metric that many background screening companies love to tout and advertise. As a business working with a background screening partner it is crucial to understand when the turnaround time starts and how to keep that time manageable for your organization.Understand how to speed up the application and disclosure process. How to customize your screening packages to keep turnaround time manageable.Turnaround time...
2020-09-2812 min
Background Screening Tips & TechNational Criminal Database Searches- Pros & ConsOn this episode Tim Santoni and Joe Buerlen dispel many of the myths around the National Criminal Database Search. This search is often referred to as a "Multi-Jurisdictional Search" or "National Criminal Records Search."We want to highlight what it can do it, what it can't do and how it can be a component of your background screening program.
2020-09-0913 minBackground Screening Tips & TechLiveScan / Fingerprinting v. Traditional Name Based Background ChecksOn this episode we talk about the differences between LiveScan/Fingerprint Background Checks and Traditional Name Based Background Checks.The host of the show are Tim Santoni & Joe Buerlen. The goal of the podcast is to shed light on the background screening industry and to share tips and technology.
2020-09-0116 min