Re: Background Checks in Higher Ed?

[Ron Parker <rparker () BRAZOSPORT EDU>]

On Wed, 23 Jun 2004, Sadler, Connie wrote:

> Hi...
>
> I heard recently that some institutions of higher ed are now beginning
> to institute background checks for some staff and faculty. Does anyone
> do this - or know who does? I hear that some institutions do simple

We've done criminal background checks for quite a few years for all
positions, not just IT. College policy prohibits us from hiring people
with criminal background problems for "security sensitive" positions
including all IT staff positions. I've been surprised how many times it
has been a factor.

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Ron Parker, Director of Information Technology, Brazosport College
Voice: (979) 230-3480             FAX: (979) 230-3111
http://www.brazosport.edu

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