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What job are you applying for, as a software engineer, that has an application that you fill out? Also, assuming you are in the US, they only ask about felonie

by jawngee 12y ago

What job are you applying for, as a software engineer, that has an application that you fill out? Also, assuming you are in the US, they only ask about felonies, not misdemeanors. But, I can't remember, in my 20 years of experience, of ever being asked about a criminal record (don't have one) or having to even disclose it in any way. I mean the typical hiring scenario is sending a CV, doing an interview, signing a contract, start working. Though maybe larger firms will do a background check depending on the industry. But I don't think a misdemeanor means anything.

joeblau 12y ago
This is correct. You'll be alright.
amiscrewed 12y ago
I surely hope you guys are correct! However, there has been a checkbox on my previous applications that says "have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?" A DUI is a misdemeanor. My concern in hunting for work is bringing this up - in my previous jobs, I've sent my CV, done my interview and in signing the contract I've filled out an application and seen this checkbox. I'd hate to end up in a situation where I accept a new job and then end up with an offer rescinded because of this! It's amazing how one really bad week can follow you for the rest of your life. I am grateful nobody was hurt and it wasn't serious (in my defense, the car was parked in my parking lot at the time)
- loumf 12y ago
  Skip applying or just answer truthfully. Trying to hide it is an indication that you haven't accepted responsibility for your actions and is more of a warning sign than what you have done since then to make better choices. (BTW, are you doing volunteer work to help others avoid DUI's -- doing so would be a good thing to mention to anyone having a problem with this) If there is nothing in the application process, tell them that you want to see all of the paperwork you'll be required to sign before you accept anything. You should do that anyway -- for example, they might have an unacceptable non-compete in their employment contract.
  - amiscrewed 12y ago
    this is good advice, thank you!

by jawngee 12y ago

joeblau 12y ago

This is correct. You'll be alright.

amiscrewed 12y ago

I surely hope you guys are correct! However, there has been a checkbox on my previous applications that says "have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor?" A DUI is a misdemeanor. My concern in hunting for work is bringing this up - in my previous jobs, I've sent my CV, done my interview and in signing the contract I've filled out an application and seen this checkbox. I'd hate to end up in a situation where I accept a new job and then end up with an offer rescinded because of this! It's amazing how one really bad week can follow you for the rest of your life. I am grateful nobody was hurt and it wasn't serious (in my defense, the car was parked in my parking lot at the time)

loumf 12y ago
Skip applying or just answer truthfully. Trying to hide it is an indication that you haven't accepted responsibility for your actions and is more of a warning sign than what you have done since then to make better choices. (BTW, are you doing volunteer work to help others avoid DUI's -- doing so would be a good thing to mention to anyone having a problem with this) If there is nothing in the application process, tell them that you want to see all of the paperwork you'll be required to sign before you accept anything. You should do that anyway -- for example, they might have an unacceptable non-compete in their employment contract.
- amiscrewed 12y ago
  this is good advice, thank you!