Beware – Job Hunter Scams

Scams targeting desperate job hunters are proliferating in this economy. Some “artists” demand a fee from the job hunter in order for them to be considered for a position.  Others attempt to gain access to the job hunter’s personal information, including credit cards, bank accounts, and Social Security numbers.  The Better Business Bureau reported a common occurrence where prospective employers informed job hunters they required a look at their credit reports before being considered for placement. The supposed job offer turned out to be a marketing ploy for online credit monitoring with an ongoing monthly fee.

 

Beware: Always research and qualify prospective hiring companies and agents.