Does Publix Run Pre-Employment Background Checks?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\nYes, Publix is another American employer that firmly believes background checks are an important part of the hiring process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is included in Publix\u2019s employment background check? A criminal record (county, city, and state), employment and credit history reports, social media data, employment authorization, education history (high school, vocational-technical, college, and university), driving record, and restricted medical history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pre-employment background check is a controversial topic. Former President Barrack Obama wanted to restrict the use of criminal background checks in the pre-employment process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the Obama Era Obama, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was called upon to restrict the employer\u2019s use of criminal background checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Publix\u2019s background check goes back 7 years. If the applicant was convicted of a misdemeanor and\/or felon during the 7-year time frame, it will be included in the criminal history report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A criminal conviction is not always the determining factor for the employment decision. With this said, if you falsify data regarding your criminal history, the truth will surface in the background check report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have any questions regarding your criminal history, do not hesitate to reach out to Publix human resource department. An agent will answer all of your questions and help you determine if employment with the company is in your best interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n