The Verifier IX: 1st Quarter 2006

Welcome to The Verifier IX, 1st Quarter 2006 Edition, brought to you by Background Information Services, Inc. This publication is intended as an educational tool and information resource for employment screening professionals or anyone interested in keeping abreast of recent industry developments. Please let us know if there are any topics or issues you would like to see addressed in a future issue.


The Employment Screening Value Proposition
By Robert Thomson
Selecting a screening vendor is an important and complex decision. Find out how to avoid oversimplifying the process and choose a vendor that will truly manage your risk
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Random Substance Abuse Programs
By Natalie Beck
Substance abuse testing of potential employees has now become an integral part of the hiring process for many employers nationwide. Ongoing random testing programs are gaining popularity as employers seek to establish and maintain drug-free workplaces

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New EEOC Requirement
By Gal Almog, CEO, Redmatch
Applicant Tracking Systems have been used by large employers for years. A new EEOC regulation is making them more valuable for more employers

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BIS ANNOUNCES My employeescreen™ ENHANCEMENTS COMING SOON!!
Click here to read about the exciting enhancements we’ll soon be implementing to our website
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Reinforcing Best Practices in Criminal History Research
By Kevin Bachman
Kevin Bachman discusses current techniques that maximize accuracy in criminal history research

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BIS Privacy Protection/Data Security Precautions
Consumer report information is highly private and confidential information. Find out techniques we employ to protect the privacy of your business, employees, and job candidates

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2006 Industry Conferences
Stop by and say hi if you’re attending any of these conferences and shows this year

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Letter from the President
By Jason Morris
Happy New Year! As we enter into a new year we face many challenges with our needs in staffing and security. At Background Information Services we look forward to the many exciting things happening in our industry. 2006 brings many opportunities for our clients; we are looking forward to sharing them with you as the year rolls on.

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Julie Moran-Salvo joined BIS in October as a Criminal Records Specialist. Julie has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications with a focus in Mass Communications & Social Issues from The Ohio State University.

Nichole Janis joined BIS in January as a Client Relations Assistant. Nichole has a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree in Communication with a focus in Public Relations from Bowling Green State University

Miriam Rosenblum joined BIS in January as a Background Specialist. Miriam has a Bachelor of Science degree in Corrections from Youngstown State University.

Mark Worsencroft joined BIS in January as a Criminal Research Specialist. Mark is graduating in May 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Baldwin Wallace College. Mark serves in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves and recently returned from a tour of duty in Iraq.

Find out more about exciting career opportunities at BIS.

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