March 2021 Summaries

It is well known that the growth of jobs in the tech sector is far outpacing job growth in other industries, to meet business demands non-traditional training pathways must supply the tech sector with competitive and diverse talent. Checkr has a successful track record of blazing innovative pathways into tech for diverse talent, and is proud to join Slack’s Next Chapter program, a six-month apprenticeship program designed to bring formerly incarcerated people into highly skilled engineering roles. This effort aligns with Checkr's values and mission, and will provide a five-month engineering apprenticeship opportunity for a deserving apprentice. The business community has an important role to play in ensuring that past conviction history doesn't prevent great talent from professional success, and inclusive environments are key to strong teams. By partnering with Slack/The Next Chapter Initiative, Checkr aims to open workforce doors into tech and promote fair chance pathways for diverse talent.

Today, Checkr is partnering with Sense, an all-in-one communication and engagement platform powered by AI and machine learning, to streamline the background check process for modern recruiting agencies. This integration aims to eliminate delays and improve candidate experience through automation. With the partnership, Talent Acquisition teams can reduce manual tasks, decrease candidate drop-off rates, and better engage with candidates at scale. The integration also enables accurate prediction of candidate start dates and decreases human error, ultimately improving the overall recruiting flow. By leveraging AI and automation, organizations can increase productivity, improve candidate experience, and accelerate growth in today's competitive talent landscape.