Who will have access to the background check results?
Human Resources will retain the results of background checks. If there are no criminal convictions or other issues revealed in the background check, Human Resources will notify the department to complete the hire. If there are criminal convictions or other issues revealed in the background check, Human Resources will notify the hiring manager, review the results with him or her, and collectively make a final determination regarding the suitability of the candidate for the specific position. How will the University protect an individual’s privacy? Drake University conducts background checks through Sterling Testing Systems. Human Resources will serve as the Office of Record for all background check results and will strive to maintain confidentiality. Departments will not receive any details of a background check, except as otherwise contemplated by this policy. Drake University policy prohibits University employees and others from seeking out, using, or disclosing background check infor
