Verifications

Do you believe everything you read on a candidate’s resume? Studies report that you probably shouldn’t. There is an average of 46% to 53% errors and exaggerations present on resumes and job applications. Don’t be fooled by misrepresentations and errors- get verification of all presented information from your potential hires. Employers Reference Source can take the guesswork out of this process and be sure that the information a candidate is presenting to you is an accurate representation of their work and experience.

The decision to hire someone is crucial, and you want to be sure you’re getting the best applicant for the job. ERS’ verification services range from checking an individual’s employment and educational histories, to professional certifications, licenses, and references. Learn more about the types of information we can verify for you:

ERS eliminates what many employers find to be a time-consuming, error-prone process of verifying an applicant’s previous employment history. Around half of applicants have been shown to falsify or exaggerate their job experience, often with the ambition of securing an increased salary. These errors may include exaggeration of dates of employment to possibly cover job changes or times of unemployment, exaggeration of the actual position, title, and/or actual responsibilities. ERS works to secure accurate information from previous employers, plus a network of data technology, to expedite the verification process. This process keeps an employer’s administrative costs down by eliminating the need for their staff to conduct searches. ERS will obtain dates of employment, position/title held; and when available salary, reason for leaving, and eligibility for rehire.

Military Employment

Employers Reference Source verifies all job applicant’s military employment utilizing the Veteran’s Administration, DD214 Forms, and Military Record Repository database to search branch and dates of service. Verification findings will include branch, dates of service, pay grade, title and honorable discharge status.

Academic Verification

Applicants often provide inaccurate, incomplete, and oftentimes inflated education-related information in an effort to obtain a position. From falsified graduation claims, to the reproduction of fake diplomas and the use of diploma mills, there are a plethora of ways for an applicant to falsify education. It is essential to verify the authenticity of an applicant’s educational history, especially if their education is crucial to your line of work or the role they’re being hired for. ERS typically verifies the highest degree received; however, based on client criteria, will verify any/all schools of choice. Our team will obtain dates of attendance, graduation status, degree earned, major courses of study, and graduation date. If no high school diploma has been issued, ERS will also verify a GED.

Credential Verification

Many professions require licenses or certifications for employment within specific job fields. From the healthcare industry to industrial work, ERS verifies these through the appropriate licensing board. Employers Reference Source will contact the relevant agency to confirm the date of certification, type of license, license status, and expiration and/or renewal date.