Criminal Background Check Information and Forms

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside, under the direction of University of Wisconsin System policy, conducts criminal background checks for all newly hired individuals.  An individual’s arrest on a pending charge and/or conviction of a violation of the law may be a factor in evaluating potential job performance.  An actual check of pending charge and/or conviction records will be conducted only if an applicant is a finalist for the position.

Records of arrest on pending charges and/or convictions will NOT automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.  Such information will be considered only if there is a substantial relationship between the circumstances of the conviction and/or pending charge and the position being applied for. 

Criminal Background Check Information

• Criminal Background Check Training Presentation
• UW-Parkside Criminal Background Check Policy
• Procedures for Conducting Criminal Background Checks
• Frequently Asked Questions

Criminal Background Check Forms

• New Hire Notification - For Departmental Use to Notify HR of New Hires