Prepare For The Background Check
Clearly identify the skills and experience needed for the position.
Carefully interview final candidates for each job requirement. This usually requires multiple interviews by several people focusing on experience, technical skills, people skills, communication skills, problem solving ability, etc.
Check professional references of final candidates (usually best done by the hiring manager).
View originals of any supporting documents provided by applicants. Make copies for your files.
Require final applicants to completely fill out and sign the job application, certify accuracy of all information, and acknowledge the consequences of false information.
Provide the applicant required written notifications and obtain applicant's signature on written notification and authorization.