Privacy Policy for Job Seekers

Effective Date: June 1, 2025

Children First, Inc. is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of individuals who apply for employment opportunities with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide when applying for a position with Children First.

 

1. Information We Collect

When you apply for a job with us, we may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Personal identification details: Full name, date of birth, contact details (email address, phone number, address)
  • Professional information: Resume/CV, cover letter, employment history, education, certifications, references
  • Demographic information: Gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status (when voluntarily provided and in accordance with applicable laws)
  • Background information: Results from background checks, if applicable
  • Other information: Any other information you choose to share with us in your application or during interviews

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

  • Process your job application
  • Assess your qualifications and suitability for a role
  • Communicate with you about your application status
  • Comply with legal or regulatory requirements
  • Improve our hiring processes and diversity initiatives

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Your consent
  • Our legitimate interest in evaluating candidates
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To take steps prior to entering into a contract with you

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Internal HR and hiring teams involved in the recruitment process
  • Background check service providers 
  • Third-party applicant tracking systems or recruitment software
  • Government authorities or law enforcement if required by law

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to complete the recruitment process. If your application is unsuccessful, we may retain your data for up to 2 years for future job opportunities unless you request its deletion sooner.

 

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

  • Access to your personal data
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion of your data
  • Withdrawal of consent
  • Lodging a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at talentmanagement@childrenfirst.net 

 

7. Security Measures

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against loss, misuse, and unauthorized access.

 

8. International Transfers

If you are applying from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries with different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

 

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

 

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Children First, Inc.
 1723 N. Orange Avenue
talentmanagement@childrenfirst.net
 941-953-3877