It is the University's policy that all prudent measures are taken to select and hire the best-qualified candidate for any given position. The goal of this policy is to ensure that key organizational assets -- including human resources -- are protected, that a safe work environment is maintained, and that hiring entities are well-equipped to make employment decisions based on a thorough evaluation of applicant-related information.

Therefore, all final candidates for employment will be required to undergo and successfully complete pre-employment screening, prior to being hired.  Pre-employment screening is conducted by Employee Recruitment Services.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that the backgrounds of job candidates are adequately screened before offers of employment are extended.  The policy is applicable to all final candidates for posted staff positions (including all current University employees who are considered final candidates).

Please note that University Policy requires the hiring manager to conduct employment and reference checks for all final candidates, prior to being hired.

Please click here for background screening FAQ.

**USC has a new, paperless background screening process!**

As part of USC’s commitment to being environmentally responsible and in an attempt to streamline and simplify operations for the hiring community at USC, Employee Recruitment Services is pleased to announce a new “paperless” background screening process.

To access a brief video tutorial, please click on the link below:

Paperless Background Screening Information