Certain UBC positions require background checks as part of the hiring process.
Some positions at the university require a background check due to the nature of the work performed. To improve consistency and standardization of our recruiting practices, information on conducting background checks at UBC has been updated and streamlined onto a new background check webpage.
Updated information and resources on background checks are available to assist hiring managers and HR personnel at both campuses with making informed hiring decisions.
What’s new
A new background checks webpage (CWL required) has been created which provides guidance on the following areas:
- Whether a background check is required
- Which type of check is appropriate
- How to request a check
The new page documents the variety of factors to consider when determining whether a check is required for a role and outlines the details of different types of background checks and how they are processed. Information from the former Criminal Record Checks webpage has now been incorporated into this new Background Checks webpage.
Hiring managers should review the information on this new webpage and incorporate this process into their hiring practices. In most cases, and if it is not clear whether a background check is required, hiring managers and their HR Advisor should work with Central HR for assistance.
UBC Vancouver: Please contact your HR Advisor or HR Director for guidance.
UBC Okanagan: Hiring Managers should defer to their HR Associate on determining the need for a background check.
Questions?
For any questions related to background checks, please contact Advisory Services in Vancouver, or Advisory Services in the Okanagan.
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