It’s not uncommon for job seekers to wonder about what a potential employer may find on their background check. For example, one of the most common questions posed by job candidates is “Will a Background Check Show All My Jobs?” In today’s post, we provide an answer.
What Is a Background Check?
First, let’s talk about what a background check actually is. It is a comprehensive review of an individual’s criminal, financial, and personal records. It’s an essential part of the hiring process that helps employers verify an applicant’s qualifications and ensure that they won’t pose a risk to customers or fellow employees.
When it comes to employment, a background check can include a verification of your education, previous employment, and reference checks. For example, at Plexus Global, our customers can choose from a wide array of background screening options, including:
- Criminal county
- Criminal federal
- Education verification
- Employment verification
- Civil record report
- Reference checks
- Driving record report
- Address verifications
Will a Background Check Show All My Jobs?
In general, a background check will show all your past jobs. However, there might be some exceptions.
Needless to say, if you include a job on your resume, it will appear on your background check.
Additionally, if you have given references from previous employers when applying for a job, it’s likely that a potential employer will contact these references to verify your work history.
However, it’s important to note that not all past employment will necessarily appear on a background check. For instance, if you worked for a small business that didn’t have a formal HR department, they may not have kept detailed records of your employment.
Similarly, if you worked odd jobs informally, they may not turn up on a background check.
Will a Background Check Show Job-Related Lawsuits?
Job-related lawsuits or investigations are not typically included in a background check unless they resulted in criminal charges. So, if you were sued by a previous employer or any other legal issues occurred while you were employed, this information may not show up on your background check.
In any case, you should always remember that the best policy is to be as honest as possible about your work history.
Lying or leaving out details about previous employment can ultimately hurt your chances of getting hired and may even result in being fired later on.
If you’re worried about gaps in your resume, be transparent and provide an explanation if asked. It’s better to be upfront about how you’ve spent your time, than to risk being caught in a lie later.
Plexus Global: Background Screening Services in California and Beyond
Plexus Global is a California-based background screening company serving organizations all over the U.S. and abroad.
Contact us today by telephone (844-516-1008), email (sales@plexusglobalinc.com), or through our social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
