Privacy Notice for Job Applicants and Interviewees

Effective Date: 5/28/2025

Applies To: Job applicants and candidates engaging with Beginners Edge Sports Training (B.E.S.T.) in the recruitment process

 

1. Introduction 

At Beginners Edge Sports Training (B.E.S.T.), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information during the recruitment and hiring process. This Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect the personal information of job applicants, in compliance with applicable federal and state privacy laws including those in Arizona, California, New York, and Texas.

 

2. Information We Collect 

We may collect the following categories of personal information from you or third-party sources during the recruiting process:

• Identifiers: Full name, date of birth, email address, phone number, physical address
• Employment Information: Resume/CV, cover letter, job history, references, certifications
• Education History: Schools attended, degrees earned, transcripts
• Government Identifiers: Social Security Number, driver’s license, or other ID (if required for background checks)
• Background Information: Criminal history (if required), work eligibility, fingerprint clearance (where required by law)
• Sensitive Personal Information: Only when required for legal or compliance purposes (e.g., identity verification, background screening)

We do not request or collect health information, biometric data, or financial account numbers from applicants unless legally required.

 

3. How We Use Your Information 

We use your personal information for legitimate human resources and business management purposes, including:

• To evaluate your qualifications for a role at B.E.S.T.
• To conduct interviews and communicate with you about your application
• To verify your identity and background (when applicable)
• To comply with federal, state, or local employment and non-discrimination laws
• To improve our hiring process and track equal opportunity efforts

We will not use your information for purposes unrelated to recruiting, and we do not sell or rent applicant data to third parties.

 

4. Sharing Your Information 

We may share your information with:

• Authorized employees and hiring managers involved in the recruitment process
• Third-party service providers who help us with background checks or application processing (as required by law or your consent)
• Government agencies if required for compliance or reporting

All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

 

5. Data Retention 

If your application is unsuccessful, we may retain your information for a period consistent with applicable laws to:

• Consider you for future job opportunities
• Comply with legal obligations (e.g., EEOC or recordkeeping requirements)

If you are hired, your applicant data may become part of your employee file.

 

6. Data Security 

We store personal data on secure internal servers with limited access and safeguards to prevent unauthorized use or disclosure. We use administrative, physical, and technical measures to protect your data.

 

7. Your Rights 

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

• Request access to or a copy of your personal data
• Request correction or deletion (subject to legal limitations)
• Object to or restrict certain data uses
• Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your rights or make an inquiry, please contact us at:

Email: info@best-sports-usa.com

We may need to verify your identity before responding.

 

8. Changes to This Notice 

We may update this notice from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The latest version will always be available on our careers or recruiting page.

 

9. Contact Us 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or our handling of your information, please contact:

Beginners Edge Sports Training (B.E.S.T.)
      Email: job@best-sports-usa.com
      Website: www.best-sports-usa.com