Wash. Admin. Code § 357-19-189 - What are the responsibilities of the secretary of the DCYF in carrying out the requirement to conduct background checks?
(1) In order to implement the requirements of
WAC 357-19-183, the secretary of the
DCYF or designee must:
(a) Notify employees
and individuals being considered for covered positions that a background check
is required for covered positions; and
(b) Develop policies and procedures
pertaining to background checks.
(2) Information contained in background
checks must be used solely for the purpose of determining the character,
suitability and competence of the employee and/or individual being considered
for covered positions. The information must not be disseminated further.
Dissemination and use of such information is governed by the criminal records
privacy act, chapter 10.97 RCW. Unlawful dissemination of information protected
by the criminal records privacy act is a criminal offense and may result in
prosecution and/or disciplinary action as provided in chapter 357-40 WAC.
However, results of a background check may be discoverable pursuant to the
rules of civil discovery, or subject to disclosure pursuant to a public records
request.
Notes
Statutory Authority: Chapter 41.06 RCW. 07-17-125, § 357-19-189, filed 8/20/07, effective 9/20/07; 05-12-097, § 357-19-189, filed 5/27/05, effective 7/1/05.
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