At GSM, we value your privacy. This Recruiting Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information you provide during our recruiting and hiring process. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information during the recruitment process:
- Identification Details: Full name, contact information (address, phone number, email)
- Application Materials: Resume/CV, cover letter, employment history, education, qualifications
- Interview Information: Notes, assessments, test results
- Job Preferences: Desired role, availability, compensation expectations
- Background Information: References, background check and eligibility to work documentation (where permitted and required)
- Demographic Data: Voluntarily provided information (e.g., gender, race/ethnicity) collected for equal opportunity monitoring
2. How We Collect Your Information
Your information may be collected in the following ways:
- Directly from you (via application forms, emails, interviews)
- From third-party sources (e.g., recruiters, job boards, LinkedIn)
- From background check providers (with your consent)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To process and evaluate your application
- To communicate with you about your candidacy
- To schedule interviews and assessments
- To comply with legal obligations and internal policies
- To maintain a record for future job opportunities (with your consent)
4. Sharing of Your Information
Your information may be shared with:
- Internal personnel involved in the hiring process
- Third-party service providers (e.g., applicant tracking system providers, background screening agencies)
- Government agencies or authorities as required by law
We do not sell your personal information.
5. Data Retention
We retain candidate data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including:
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- To maintain a record of the recruiting process
- To consider you for future opportunities (where applicable)
Retention periods may vary based on the jurisdiction or position applied for.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your state of residence (e.g., California), you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell data)
- Limit use of sensitive personal information (if applicable)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
7. Security of Your Information
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Recruiting Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
Ashley Hallowell
Gooding Group
HR0219@gsmroofing.com
(888) 786-3994
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our careers page and will be effective as of the date indicated above.