Will a prospective employer not hire me when they find out I'm repaying money to the IRS? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 24, 2009 - 9 answers

Language in a background check release form – what’s reasonable, and what is… less so? [more inside]
posted by bmarkey on Aug 12, 2009 - 5 answers

So I recently managed to score a job interview and offer with a company that offers very nice benefits and pay better than I've seen before. The problem is this: I realized yesterday or so that my resume stated that I graduated with honors when in fact I did not. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 16, 2009 - 23 answers

I want to join the US Navy as an officer...but have run into a few barriers. I need help! [more inside]
posted by cusr0002 on Apr 16, 2009 - 9 answers

Are college diplomas public record? Are transcripts the only method of proof of college work completed? Don't some web sites have a listing of names of the graduates of that year? [more inside]
posted by ilovehistory on Jan 28, 2009 - 7 answers

What personal info does my future landlord need from me to make sure I'm legit? How do I make sure he's legit? [more inside]
posted by Asymptote on Jan 15, 2009 - 8 answers

Can "criminal background searches" bring up any sort of police report? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 7, 2009 - 7 answers

What are the parameters for a criminal background check for nurses? [more inside]
posted by Sublimity on May 11, 2008 - 6 answers

Legally, what would you call refusal to adhere to city/government by-laws to fingerprint or background check volunteer workers? I imagine it's a fairly serious crime. Location in Canada preferably, but US examples welcome. [more inside]
posted by Phire on Mar 21, 2008 - 14 answers

I have a client and I'm trying to find speaking opportunities for them. They would like to speak to people that hire for private equity firms, hedge funds, and C-level execs in general. [more inside]
posted by josher71 on Feb 28, 2008 - 2 answers

Employment Background Check question: Is it a good idea to provide this release? [more inside]
posted by onepapertiger on Feb 6, 2008 - 19 answers

How to hire a reputable, effective PI in DC Metro area (VA)? [more inside]
posted by beezy on Nov 30, 2007 - 4 answers

I'm applying for jobs that require a local law enforcement background check, and I suspect that it's turning up information that's [really] detrimental to being hired! What kind of information could they be finding? How could I find out what's on my background check? Finally, is there any way to delicately address these issues in job applications/cover letters without digging myself into a hole? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 18, 2007 - 18 answers

If I do my work through my corporate entity, should I expect to submit to a personal background check? [more inside]
posted by maxwelton on Sep 24, 2007 - 11 answers

New employer has done a background check - returns addresses I've never lived at? [more inside]
posted by anthropomorphic on Jul 12, 2007 - 10 answers

Law student background check question (disturbing the peace, etc.) [more inside]
posted by craven_morhead on Jun 11, 2007 - 13 answers

So I have a small issue with my criminal record and obtaining a Japanese student visa. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 28, 2007 - 9 answers

I'm looking for advice from people who have undergone or conducted a police background investigation, relating to references, credit history, and legal intoxicants. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 13, 2006 - 15 answers

A friend with an old degree from a university in Ukraine is undergoing a background check related to a great job offer. Due to the breakdown of the Soviet Union and the fact that her alma mater has undergone multiple name changes over the years, she wonders how/if anyone could actually confirm her degree. [more inside]
posted by loosemouth on Jun 9, 2006 - 7 answers

Home schooling info and related background check needed. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 10, 2006 - 8 answers

I'm up for an internship at an NNSA-sponsored national lab. The position requires a "Q" clearance. I'm starting to get all paranoid about every little thing I've ever done wrong, of course. Can anyone tell me what types of things would prevent one from obtaining a "Q" clearance?
posted by answergrape on Dec 11, 2003 - 14 answers