The University of Colorado Boulder will conduct additional reference checks on final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program will enable CU Boulder to collect and ...

When you think you’ve found the ideal candidate, it’s time to focus on reference and background checks. All too often reference checks are treated as an afterthought or a mere formality. The reality ...

Students hired into a student job code will need a background check if they have ‘security sensitive’ duties, as per campus policy. These employees should not begin working/have an effective date ...

Our editorial team draws on its extensive knowledge and experience in the background check industry to independently assess screening companies. We evaluated over 40 data points across 20 vetted ...

Compare the top healthcare background check companies of 2026 for compliance, speed, accuracy, and reliability in medical hiring.

This guide was reviewed by a Business News Daily editor to ensure it provides comprehensive and accurate information to aid your buying decision. When hiring for your business, some job candidates may ...

A lot of companies will ask for your references and then never call them, but it's still important to prep the reference-givers listed on your reference sheet just in case they get a call or an email ...

How Far Back Does a Background Check Go? Background checks can vary depending on several factors. Generally, they may look back anywhere from seven to ten years, but this isn’t a hard rule. The ...

Good news for employers using social media to vet job applicants: A Federal District Court recently ruled the technology used in LinkedIn's Reference Search does not constitute a “consumer background ...