Quote Originally Posted by ApatheticNoMore View Post
I've had background checks done but the employer always paid and it was after they made a hiring decision (so they aren't paying it on everyone just those they hire). Sure if it was bad they might not hire but it was late into the process. Fees for a job application is like paying a fee for a job I have maybe a 1 in 20 chance of EVER hearing back from, and a much lower chance than that of getting.
It doesn't work that way with jobs in educational, medical or some other jobs in my state. You have to fill out an online job application, and it is not considered for acceptable until the background check is completed (and yes the applicants pay for it). Anyone applying to work in any type of school or medical facility (daycare, public, assisted living facility and so on is verified by the state agencies first). That is the law in my state. I don't agree with it because I think the background check people just want to make money from job applicants. Some banks and retailers are also requiring applicants to pay for the background check. It is because it is expensive and the companies want to make money.

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