Seeking Opinions on FS Hiring and Background

I am about to go to an interview for the FS position. I already passed the phone screen and assesment test. I am a bit worried about the backgrouond check though.

I had a drug problem several years ago. I have since cleaned up my life and have been workig with a large bank for the past 1 1/2 years. I have never been arrested, nor have I had a DUI. I did however write a bad check for $25 about 3 years ago that I had to pay a fine on. I also have a bankruptcy that was discharged in September of 2001.

I will pass a drug screen, but I am worried about these blemishes on my life. Can anyone give me some real feedback on how this may affect my chances of being hired?

The bad check is the only thing that you may have to worry about.
It has to do with fiduciary responsibilities. I am also currently getting ready to go to work for Wachovia and have gone through the background check. This is what I was told by not just Wachovia, but several other large banking institutions. You can have a bankruptsy, DUI's, and bad credit. The only thing that will be a problem is felonies, breach of trust misdemeanors, and bad checks. It does not seem fair. Keep posting your outcome. I would be interested in finding out what happens to you. Maybe you could simply explain the 25 dollar check and see what feedback you get. Like they say...If you can't hide it, paint it RED. Good luck to you.

im bout to take the assesment test for the fs position myself i jus recently learn the stock markert. i jus wanted to know if any one have any pointers on the test or have sum idea on whats on that test huh please and thank you. im a bit worry thats all

craig minter in Saint Louis, Missouri said: im bout to take the assesment test for the fs position myself i jus recently learn the stock markert. i jus wanted to know if any one have any pointers on the test or have sum idea on whats on that test huh please and thank you. im a bit worry thats all

Just answser consistently. And if you have to spell anyting do a better job then that post, that was brutal!

jmo1404 in San Francisco, California said: I am about to go to an interview for the FS position. I already passed the phone screen and assesment test. I am a bit worried about the backgrouond check though.

I had a drug problem several years ago. I have since cleaned up my life and have been workig with a large bank for the past 1 1/2 years. I have never been arrested, nor have I had a DUI. I did however write a bad check for $25 about 3 years ago that I had to pay a fine on. I also have a bankruptcy that was discharged in September of 2001.

I will pass a drug screen, but I am worried about these blemishes on my life. Can anyone give me some real feedback on how this may affect my chances of being hired?

you should be fine, you dont need to talk about your past if you havent been arrested. you do need to address the check that's the only thing that will show up. just let them you know you took care of it and explain what happened

jmo1404 in San Francisco, California said: I am about to go to an interview for the FS position. I already passed the phone screen and assesment test. I am a bit worried about the backgrouond check though.

I had a drug problem several years ago. I have since cleaned up my life and have been workig with a large bank for the past 1 1/2 years. I have never been arrested, nor have I had a DUI. I did however write a bad check for $25 about 3 years ago that I had to pay a fine on. I also have a bankruptcy that was discharged in September of 2001.

I will pass a drug screen, but I am worried about these blemishes on my life. Can anyone give me some real feedback on how this may affect my chances of being hired?

Do u have any pointers for me im taking the test on monday. Can you give me sum idea of whats on the test please because like i said i been study soooo hard for this test just need to know a lil bit of what should i see on this famous test of theres please and thank you

Ok, here's the deal:

I have worked for Wachovia as a contractor on three different occasions. (1999-2000, 2003, and 2007-2008) During my last assignment, I was offered a full-time position. I was told to make sure I disclose all previous jobs held for the past 10 years, regardless the length or status (part or full-time)... and I wa also told to disclose any criminal records I may have.

I disclosed EVERYTHING... I had 2 fraudulent check charges that were settled back in 1997. Because of those, I was denied employment and told that I could no longer work for Wachovia as a contractor or as a full time employee.

Bank hiring practices are governed by the FDIC's Federal Deposit Insurance Act... specifically Section 19 of that Act. The text of this can be found here:

www.fdic.gov/regulations/laws/rules/1000-2100.html

Why in the heck do you want to work for them.. Just fired tons of employees. It's crazy.. Go look at the other posts.

Can anyone tell me what the Phone Service Rep jobs are like? How much will they pay?

I need to leave my job but i dont have a degree I hope i can make it on this salary if i get hired!

visit my site www.wachovisloed.com and decide if wachovia has any reason to judge you.

did u get hired? I hope wachovia doesn't turn on you like it has us or others like us. www.wachovialied.com

does bank of america, suntrust, etc offer similar position of financial specialist?

yep

dealornodeal196 in somewher, Belize said: yep

We are making a huge ripple, go to www.wachovialied.com to see what happens tomorrow (I wasn't sure if I should post it on your site) Big things are going to happen!

Sasha247 in Roanoke, Virginia said: Can anyone tell me what the Phone Service Rep jobs are like? How much will they pay?

I need to leave my job but i dont have a degree I hope i can make it on this salary if i get hired!

If you read these blogs and forums, trying to get an unbiased or even serious response if difficult. I am not sure on the pay, but I have been with Wachovia for a little more than a month and absolutely love it. The money is less than I would have like, but this job market is tough. Glad to be there. If you get an opportunity to join, please do and judge for yourself. Take it from me, I have been around the block, all Financial Institutions have faults (tis the nature of the beast). Wachovia is huge and every office has a different vibe. All do. Good luck to you. I wish you the best.

Hi I have applied for a Teller Pos. at Wachovia. Anyone know whether or not they do drug testing?