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Background Investigations
University Human Resources administers a program that enables departments to obtain certain background information on candidates for employment. Currently, background investigations are available for finalists for Type 1 staff positions where such finalist is not currently employed by the university in a Type 1 capacity.
Generally, available background information includes verification of the finalist's Social Security Number, a criminal records check, a court records check and a credit record check where relevant according to the requirements of the position.
Participation in the program is voluntary, and the decision as to whether or not to conduct a background investigation on a finalist is left to the discretion of each individual department. Departments that wish to conduct a background investigation can contact either the Office of Labor Relations or their designated HR Consultant for further information and assistance with the process.
A set of Guidelines and Procedures for Conducting Background Investigations is available, which departments are encouraged to consult for more detail regarding their responsibilities and obligations when conducting a background investigation. Additionally, a Process Checklist is available for efficient shorthand reference.
All other forms and document templates relating to the program can be viewed and saved by following the links below (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader).
- Adverse Employment Action Letter
- Authorization to Obtain a Consumer Report
- Confidentiality Agreement
- Disclosure Statement
- Employment Application
- Employment Application - Supplement
- Notice of Potential Adverse Employment Action
- Request and Transmittal
- Request and Transmittal Instructions
- FCRA Rights Summary Notice
| Resources To Help You | |
| Office of Labor Relations Staff | |
| HR Consultants | |
| Email the Background Check program | |
