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The Cole Group is proud to announce we are now an Associate Member of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas or I.B.A.T.  The Cole Group provides “pre-employment screening services” for an array of banks and financial institutions as well as extensive “due-diligence” on individual or entity loan applicants. 

 I.B.A.T.

Fewer employees are using drugs at work, thanks to an increased awareness of workplace drug testing policies and EMPLOYER CRACKDOWNS.  More businesses than ever before are requiring their employees to undergo drug screening, including the majority of Fortune 100 companies.  Drug users have apparently caught on to the trend, and learned to look elsewhere for employment if they know they cannot pass a drug screen.  This, per the Texas Workforce Commission newsletter Spring 2007 (see page 7).

 

The Houston Chronicle recently posted a list of the top 25 auto dealerships in Houston. The Cole Group provides their unique services to 11 of the 25 "Major Players."  

The Cole Group proudly serves over 700 other auto dealership customers coast-to-coast, in 27 different States, including 250 in Texas.

If you are not screening with The Cole Group, chances are that your competitor is gaining an advantage by doing so.

Houston Chronicle List

The Cole Group announces a strategic partnership with the Texas Automobile Dealers Self Insurers Group (T.A.D.S.I.G.) and Brentwood Services.

Brentwood Services

T.A.D.S.I.G.

 

Services

·         BACKGROUND INTERVIEW:  An in-depth interview and analysis of the applicant’s previous job history (reasons for leaving jobs or being fired),  current drug or alcohol abuse, criminal history, outstanding warrants, vehicular accidents and citations, use of attorneys in disputes with employers, use of attorneys to file lawsuits or seek monetary damages, claims for unemployment benefits when the eligibility of claimant was disputed by employer due to "termination for cause," honesty issues, financial responsibility, etc. If a conditional offer of employment is given to the applicant, ADA regulated issues are permissible:  health and medication use, physical limitations, disabilities, ability to do the essential functions of the job, prior job injuries and worker's compensation claims history.

There is no charge or monetary fee for a routine follow-up criminal record check when added to The Cole Group Background Interview. 

·         CRIMINAL HISTORY:  An investigation with the ability to check records anywhere in the U.S.  This service is often available the same day you interview an applicant.

There is no charge or monetary fee for routine follow-up criminal history checks if the applicant is first interviewed by The Cole Group concerning their background (see areas covered in the Background Interview).

·         LITIGATION HISTORY:  To include civil suits claiming Worker's Compensation, Discrimination, Personal Injury, Wrongful Discharge, Sexual Harassment, etc.

·         URINALYSIS DRUG TESTING:  In most cities nationwide, with chain-of-custody and utilization of S.A.M.H.S.A. certified laboratories.  Please see the information under Company News regarding the effectiveness of drug testing.

·         VERIFICATION OF A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:  To the name and date-of-birth provided by the applicant.

·         PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING:  To identify those applicants who are more likely to be honest, drug free and productive.  This sophisticated psychological testing instrument can be administered at THE COLE GROUP office or your place of business.

·         CREDIT HISTORY AND ANALYSIS:  Determines patterns of spending and debt.

·         FINANCIAL HISTORY:  Includes bankruptcies, judgments, tax liens, and all financial encumbrances of record.  Identification of pending litigation for non-payment of debt and defaults on personal and business obligations and debt.

·         EDUCATION VERIFICATION:  Nation-wide confirmation of specific degrees and claims of graduation from colleges and universities.

·         EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION:  Concerning beginning and ending dates, attendance and dependability, reasons for leaving, eligibility for re-hire, etc.

·         FINGERPRINTING:  Of job candidates who have access to cash or valuables.

·         CONSULTATION AND TRAINING CONCERNING EMPLOYMENT LAW:  The Cole Group has years of experience in this field.  Training sessions can be arranged to explain drug testing, applicant screening procedures, and laws that effect hiring.

·         EXIT INTERVIEWS:  That can provide departing employees with a place to offer constructive criticisms or suggestions about your company.

·         CONFIDENTIAL TIPS LINE:  A “third party” place for persons to report (in confidence) about dishonesty or substance abuse occurring at your place of business.  Many companies offer CASH REWARDS for verifiable “tips.”

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