Protect Your Identity During Your Job Search

We are all aware that Identity Theft can present a very serious problem to people. Banks and credit card companies have both experienced problems. There have been several network TV programs about Identity Theft.

Could it happen during your job search on Hospitality Online? Only if you give out confidential information over the phone or by e-mail.

One of the giant, multi-industry job boards has experienced this.

It is possible a false job listing could be placed on Hospitality Online to collect personal information about you. The placement of false listings is a violation of the Hospitality Online Terms of Use. It may also be a criminal violation of federal and/or state laws.

Hospitality Online is dedicated to providing you the safest possible environment when you search and apply to jobs and manage your career with your Career Toolkit.

Following are tips you should use when dealing with prospective employers:

Never give out your drivers license number or social security number until after you have physically visited the prospective employer and had an in person interview.

Never provide prospective employers this information in advance, even it they say it is just for a "background check." Only provide the above information to prospective employers on forms with the employers letterhead. The form should specifically ask for this information and explain the purpose of the information and how the employer plans on using the information.

Never give out your drivers license number or social security number on the phone or online. Do not provide credit card or bank numbers, or engage in any monetary transactions with prospective employers. They should have no need for this information before you have been hired. Employers need for this information after you have been hired is rare.

Do not provide your eye color, marital status, or other non-work related personal information over the phone or online. Be very cautious when dealing with people who contact you from outside your own country.

If you see a questionable job listing on Hospitality Online, please report the suspected fraud to Hospitality Online at fraud@hospitalityonline.com.

Use the same address to report any other site activity you see on Hospitality Online that you feel is suspicious.

Anytime you feel you have been a victim of fraud, immediately report it to your local police. If you feel the fraud has involved Hospitality Online, contact fraud@hospitalityonline.com so steps can be taken for your safety.