Privacy Policy for Careers and Recruitment

 

Effective Date: May 1, 2025


 

Jackson County Regional Health Center (“JCRHC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you provide when applying for employment through our Careers page or other recruitment-related channels.

 

1. Information We Collect
 

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

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Employment and Education History: Resume/CV, cover letter, job experience, education, references, and professional qualifications.
  • Job Preferences: Desired position, salary expectations, and location preferences.
  • Eligibility and Identity Information: Documentation regarding work authorization, background screening data (where permitted by law).
  • Technical Data: IP address, device type, browser information, and website usage statistics when submitting information online.

2. How We Use Your Information
 

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes: 

  • To assess your qualifications for employment opportunities at JCRHC.
  • To contact you regarding your application or future roles that may match your profile.
  • To verify the accuracy of information and conduct legally permissible background checks.
  • To meet applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
  • To improve our recruitment processes and candidate experience.

3. Legal Basis for Processing
 

We process your information under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent: For optional data and future contact regarding job opportunities.
  • Pre-contractual necessity: To take steps prior to entering into an employment agreement.
  • Legal obligation: To comply with relevant employment and data protection laws.
  • Legitimate interests: For efficient recruitment and organizational operations.

4. Data Sharing

 

We may share your personal data with:

  • Internal hiring personnel: Human Resources and hiring managers involved in the recruitment process.
  • Service providers: Trusted third-party providers (e.g., applicant tracking systems, background screening vendors) operating under confidentiality obligations.
  • Regulatory bodies or legal entities: If required by law or in connection with legal claims.

We do not sell your personal information.
 

5. Data Retention
 

If your application is unsuccessful, we will retain your personal information for up to one (1) year for potential future job openings. You may request that we delete your information at any time.
 

6. Data Storage and Transfers
 

Your personal information is stored and processed within the United States. We do not transfer applicant data outside of the applicant's country.
 

7. Security Measures
 

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
 

8. Your Rights
 

Depending on applicable state or federal laws, you may have the right to: 

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Withdraw consent where applicable.
  • Object to or restrict processing under certain conditions. 

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
 

9. Contact Us
 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
 

Jackson County Regional Health Center

601 Hospital Drive

Maquoketa, IA 52060
 

Email: ghs_jcrhchr@mercyone.org

Phone: (563) 652-4070
 

10. Policy Updates
 

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