MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Partnership

Applicant Privacy Policy


Effective Date: September 17, 2026


1. Introduction

MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Partnership ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Applicant Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you apply for a job position through our public-facing website and our external applicant tracking and job posting system, Paylocity.


2. Information We Collect

When you apply for a position with us, we collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Contact Information: Name, address, email address, and telephone number.

• Application Documents: Your resume, cover letter, work history, education history, certifications, and skills.

• References: Contact details for professional or personal references.

• Voluntary Demographic Data: Information submitted for equal employment opportunity monitoring (e.g., race, gender, veteran status), which is collected strictly on a voluntary basis.


3. How Your Information Is Collected

Your information is securely collected and handled through Paylocity, our third-party human resources and applicant tracking platform. Paylocity processes this information on our behalf in accordance with our instructions and security standards.


4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for recruitment and employment purposes, including:

• Evaluating your qualifications, skills, and background for open positions.

• Communicating with you regarding your application status, interview schedules, and potential offers.

• Verifying the information you provide and conducting reference checks.

• Complying with applicable legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.


5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. Your data is only shared with:

• Paylocity, to host and process our online application portal.

• Internal personnel involved in the hiring process (e.g., hiring managers, HR team).

• Third parties when required by law, subpoena, or government regulation.


6. Data Security

We and our partner Paylocity implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.


7. Data Retention

We retain applicant information for as long as necessary to fulfill the recruitment process and comply with legal documentation mandates. If you are hired, this information will become part of your employment record.


8. Your Rights and Contact Information

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding the access, correction, or deletion of your personal data. For questions or requests regarding this policy, please contact our Human Resources department directly at hr@mahube.org.