This policy has been updated to incorporate background checks (and offices conducting them) that were not previously reflected in policy.

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).

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.

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.