Delayed Background Check (via Checkr)

Apr 14 7 Comments

My background check has taken more than two weeks at this point. Estimated completion date was originally yesterday but this has been moved back to two weeks from now.

Background check is being run by Checkr who says that there may be delays for CA and MA candidates and I've lived in both states.

I've already signed the last offer letter with my new employer (DoorDash) and set a start date and any further delay will cause me to miss the cutoff for my quarterly vest date. Any suggestions on what to do?

#hrissues #backgroundcheck #checkr

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  • Blend
    KkrD65

    Go to company page Blend

    KkrD65
    See if you can start with DoorDash prior to a fully-completed background check. You may be able to start on-time if the top-priority fields have been cleared already. Just ask the recruiter/HR. It wont be their first time they’ve had a delayed background check.
    Apr 14 0
  • New
    laijth

    New

    laijth
    I just started this Monday, and Checkr didn't clear until Tuesday. I think you should be fine.
    Apr 15 3
    • OP
      Did you have to push for this with your hiring manager or did the recruiter instruct you to proceed in this manner?

      I feel like my recruiter is one email away from ghosting me as they’re understandably focused on other prospects.
      Apr 15
    • I just assumed it was going to be fine because I got the email to set up my Workday account, and subsequently an invitation to attend orientation on my first day. I just went ahead and started.
      Apr 16
  • This Checkr company seems to be pretty bad.

    I finished supplying them all requested info and documentation end of March and am still waiting for background check to complete four weeks later.
    6d 0
  • RSM
    WDCX

    Go to company page RSM

    WDCX
    If your criminal is clear, most companies will start you contingently.
    Apr 14 0