Employers and recruiters have discovered a treasure trove of information on potential job applicants by using social networking sites and search engines. While employers may seek to use the information to find the right candidate, the unrestricted use of this information as part of the hiring process is not without risks.  Just because something is online does not mean it can legally be used. Although there is a great deal of potentially useful information online,  many employers and recruiters do realize the potential risks associated with using social media and search engines to recruit and screen applicants.

In this practical webinar, you will navigate through legal and practical pitfalls when using social media and search engines to source and screen applicants. You will also examine the pros and cons of utilizing online data, including what is available online, discrimination issues, the use of legal off-duty conduct, privacy, accuracy, and authenticity. Through case studies, legal decisions, and webpage focus, you will analyze how these sites work and what you may find, and discuss the potential legal landmines and practical risks involved. You will also discover strategies for getting the information you may need while minimizing potential complaints for discrimination or invasion of privacy.

Upon program completion, you will be able to:

  • Utilize search engines and social network sites to screen candidates
  • Review what sites are available and what you may find
  • Identify the risks in using these sites
  • Implement workplace policies based on discrimination laws and rules concerning off-duty conduct
  • Avoid fraudulent degrees and fake employment form online services
  • Evaluate the role of privacy in the use of social media

 

About the Presenter:

Lester Rosen is the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Employment Screening Resources® (ESR), a leading global background check firm located in the San Francisco, California area. He is the author of “The Safe Hiring Manual,” the first comprehensive guide for employment background checks. Mr. Rosen was the chairperson of the steering committee that founded the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS) and served as the first chair. He has testified in course as a due diligence expert.

Faculty Member
Lester S. Rosen
Employment Screening Resources (ESR)

Lester Rosen is the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Employment Screening Resources® (ESR), a leading global background check firm located in the San Francisco, California area. He is the author of “The Safe Hiring Manual,” the first comprehensive guide for employment background checks. Mr. Rosen was the chairperson of the steering committee that founded the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS) and served as the first chair. He has testified in course as a due diligence expert.

CLE Credits (Law)

Credit Value Type Format
AL 1.3 General
On-Demand/Recording
AK 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
AR 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
AZ 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
CA 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
CO 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
CT 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
DE 1.3 General
On-Demand/Recording
FL 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
GA 1.3 General
On-Demand/Recording
HI 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
IA 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
ID 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
IL 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
IN 1.3 General
On-Demand/Recording
KS 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
KY 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
LA 1.3 General
On-Demand/Recording
ME 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
MN 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
MO 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
MS 1.3 General
On-Demand/Recording
MT 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
NC 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
ND 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
NE 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
NH 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
NJ 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
NM 1.2 General
On-Demand/Recording
NV 1 General
On-Demand/Recording
NY 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
OH 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
OK 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
OR 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
PA 1 General
On-Demand/Recording
RI 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
SC - - Credit not available
TN 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
TX 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
UT 1 General
On-Demand/Recording
VA - - Credit not available
VT 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
WA 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
WI 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
WV 1.5 General
On-Demand/Recording
WY 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording

In some CLE states, the course will be submitted to the bar after you register. If for any reason the course is not approved, we will fully refund your registration fee. If a state is listed on this course, then we are confident the course fits that state's standards and already is or will be approved for credit.

HR Credits

Credit Value Type Format
HRCI 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording
SHRM 1.25 General
On-Demand/Recording

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