What must an employer do after giving a job applicant a pre-adverse action notice?

After providing a job applicant with a pre-adverse action notice, the employer is required to give the applicant a reasonable amount of time to address any inaccuracies in the background check that might affect the hiring decision. This often involves waiting a minimum of 30 days before finalizing any adverse action, such as denying employment based on the findings of the background report.

This waiting period ensures that applicants have the opportunity to review the information, dispute inaccuracies, and present evidence that could potentially change the employer's decision. It aligns with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) guidelines, which aim to protect consumer rights by promoting transparency and fairness in employment practices.

Waiting 7 days or taking immediate action would not comply with the necessary protocol established by the FCRA, thus reinforcing the importance of the 30-day waiting period to allow proper communication and resolution process for the applicant.