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Thesis Survey


Hello:


You are invited to participate in our HR Professionals survey. In this survey, approximately 200 people will be asked to complete a questionnaire that asks questions about the interview/hiring considerations towards convicted felons. For this survey, the term convicted felon will be used to describe non-violent offenders and white-collar criminals. Completion of this survey will take approximately 15-20 minutes.


Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.


Your survey responses will be stricly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Mellony Milton by email at the email address specified below.


Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.


How long have you worked at your organization?
What is your organization’s business type?
What is your organization’s primary line of business?
What is the size of your organization?
What is the primary source used for reference and background checks for your organization?
What types of reference and background checking are conducted by your industry? (Check all that apply)
What time frame is specified on your organization's application for employment in reference the the past conviction question?

Very Positive
Somewhat Positive
Neutral
Somewhat Negative
Very Negative
If a potential employee discloses their felony record to you during an interview, how do you view this act?
How would you view their ability to discuss their criminal past as a lesson learned?
Would your organization still consider hiring an ex-offender if they were the top candidate?
What factors does your organization use when deciding to hire an individual with a prior conviction? (Check all that apply)
What is the MOST IMPORTANT factor used by your organization? (Please use selections from prior question)
What is the chance of a convicted felon, who has been out of state incarceration/supervison for 10 years and no other offenses obtaining a job in your organization, provided they meet all of your hiring requirements?

Absolutely
Likely
Neutral
Unlikely
Impossible
Do you believe that access to criminal records by the public outweighs any concerns of privacy for the convicted felon?
Do you believe that a three year sentence in prison would equate to a life sentence of unemployment or even recidivism due to criminal record access and refusal to hire by an organization?
Should the state be in charge of offender re-entry programs to end the revolving door of recidivism?
Should employers be willing participants in offender re-entry programs to reduce recidivism?
Do you believe that when an ex-offender re-enters the community that someone must deal with the political, economic and social consequences?
Please indicate the highest level of education completed.
What is your gender?
Which of the following best describes the area you live in?
How would you classify your race/ethnic group?
What is your age?
Please share any additional comments of concerns on this subject.

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