Vetting Nonprofit Staff Candidates

Send us Fan MailIn this fast-paced interview, Dana Scurlock, the Director of Recruitment at StaffingBoutique.org, provides a unique insider's view of staffing practices in the nonprofit sector, offering valuable guidance for hiring managers and organizations looking to navigate the complexities of recruitment related to vetting job candidates.Dana begins with an emphasis on the importance of background checks for positions that involve access to sensitive information. She discusses concerns about the depth of some background checks, particularly those involving personal information like credit checks, which could be viewed as discriminatory. Dana also points out how the legal landscape around background checks is changing, especially with the legalization of marijuana in many states, adding complexity to the process.The conversation continues with the issue of drug testing, which is influenced by various factors such as insurance, federal grants, and state laws. Dana highlights the challenges of drug testing in a rapidly evolving legal environment, especially with remote hiring across different states. She emphasizes the need for risk assessment and considering insurance implications when formulating drug testing policies.The final topic revolves around personal references and the interview concludes with Dana sharing a professional statement which can be used when a reference request is made for a less than positive situation.Watch on video https://bit.ly/3QnaRF4Find us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: [email protected] us on the web:The Nonprofit Show