Utilizing Background Screening & ID Verification in Hiring

Utilizing Background Screening & ID Verification in Hiring (with Verified First’s Ian Bellais) | Testing, Testing 1-2-3 Podcast Jenny and Mike Callen of TestGenius interview Ian Bellais, Executive VP of Strategy at Verified First , about how background screening fits into recruitment. Ian explains Verified First’s services (background checks, verifications, drug screening, I-9, and an upcoming WOTC solution) and describes when screenings typically occur, why ID verification is increasingly important, and what a “good” screen includes based on role risk. He suggests every employer should screen to protect the company, employees, and culture, and discusses ongoing screening for certain roles. The conversation covers compliance basics such as FCRA, EEOC considerations, Ban the Box, and the importance of screening candidates consistently for the same role, as well as remote-work implications and candidate experience. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:52 Meet Ian and Verified First 02:21 How Ian Got Started 03:34 When to Run Screens 04:15 ID Verification Explained 06:46 What Checks to Include 08:58 Why Every Employer Screens 10:24 Ongoing and Repeat Checks 11:57 Choosing the Right Package 13:53 Look Back Timeframes 15:36 Compliance Basics and FCRA 18:25 State Rules and Forms 20:20 Ban the Box Explained 23:31 Candidate Experience Matters 26:13 Remote Work Considerations 32:40 Wrap Up and Contact Info Resources: Verified First: www.verifiedfirst.com TestGenius and Verified First Info sheet: Validate the skills. Verify the history. TestGenius: www.testgenius.com