Date:
10/12/2022Action:
RevisionComments:
This policy has been updated to incorporate background checks (and offices conducting them) that were not previously reflected in policy. 
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Background Checks
Policy number:
05.006Policy description:
The University of North Texas is committed to protecting the welfare of its students, employees, institutional resources, and the public. To achieve this objective, the University will conduct background checks as detailed by this policy.
See full policy (PDF):
05.006 Background Checks.pdfPolicy owner: VP for Finance and Administration
Policy contact:
Applies to:
All University
Date Issued:
Tuesday, January 1, 2008Cross-References:
Last updated:
Date:
03/03/2020Action:
RevisionComments:
The policy was revised to allow an office who conducts a criminal history check for one particular purpose to share the adverse information regarding an employee with HR (or Dean of Students, if appropriate). Date:
08/01/2019Action:
RevisionComments:
Updated policy for background checks for all employees, including student employees, applicants who have received an offer of employment, individuals in security-sensitive positions, and individuals in mental health services provider positions. This policy does not apply to background checks conducted for individuals associated with programs for minors or positions under the administrative direction and control of the University’s chief law enforcement officer. Effective 08/01/2019.Date:
02/22/2012Action:
RevisionComments:
Revised to consolidate UNT policy "Criminal History Background Checks, Faculty", in addition to establishing administrative procedures in support of policy objectives. Effective 02/22/2012.