Red flags?

33 Comments

1. JOctober 7,2022 at 7:58PM UTC

   I forgot to add that the person with the 'opentowork' has the same job title I'm interviewing for.

2. AnonymousOctober 7,2022 at 9:23PM UTC

   It's possible they're leaving and were asked to help interview their replacement. I interviewed for a position where the person leaving was going to work for her family's company out of state. She was brought in to the interview process since she knew the role and skills needed to fill the role. She could also answer questions about the role the best out of anyone else at the interview.

3. JenniferOctober 7,2022 at 8:45PM UTC

   Don't read anything into the Open to Work selection. Many people don't revisit their LinkedIn profiles after getting a new job or forget to edit that part of the settings. (You aren't typically looking at your own profile, even if still active on LinkedIn). Also, many are always "Open to Work" in the sense that they're receptive to the right opportunity. He could also be moving, changing fields, looking for a role that isn't available at the org.

   The ID card is probably to attempt to crack down on the misrepresentation that is happening in some remote hiring/working situations, where the person interviewed/hired is not who shows up to actually work. It's rare, and all the stories I've seen have been for roles that are tech/development focused, and the person doing the work ends up being a non-US citizen.

   It sounds like you've done your due diligence to ensure that it isn't a scam, but I'll mention that as a potential option for those who have a similar situation and haven't researched the company.

4. AnonymousOctober 7,2022 at 9:05PM UTC

   Be careful to just show them a photo of you Drivers License or Passport with your SSN OF D.L. Numbers and details partially redacted. You can't get too comfortable with sharing these things.

5. AnonymousOctober 7,2022 at 9:43PM UTC

   Do be careful. I just got scammed with a job interview and had to report they got all my information.

6. Gaby CadenaOctober 7,2022 at 10:06PM UTC

   Hey there, I would be very careful to send any information. If they don't have a website or an active LinkedIn, I usually steer clear of those opportunities.

7. AnonymousOctober 9,2022 at 12:47PM UTC

   we all should keep in mind that when you fill out an application it is illegal to ask you date of birth for drivers license Social Security number all those things are collected when you onboard after you’ve accepted an offer and not until then is it legal yet I myself have seen so many companies doing it and I’m starting to report it to the labor bureau no matter how desperate you might think you are for a job this information is not necessary until you’re hired please I’ll keep that in mind it’s a fact.

   getting a job is tough enough even with low unemployment and all the jobs out there.

   if you experience these questions being asked in an application you should report them please it Has to stop

8. Erica ZOctober 9,2022 at 3:58PM UTC

   It is a common misconception that it is illegal to ask for date of birth on a job application. The vast majority of companies do not ask for it in any case. What IS illegal is to refuse someone an interview or job based on their age.

9. AnonymousOctober 7,2022 at 10:40PM UTC

   Um…don’t do it…it doesn’t make sense and you don’t know if they will use it and sell it on the dark web

10. Clare JohnsonOctober 7,2022 at 10:52PM UTC

    Actually there are some companies who have had people interview but other people do the work..

11. Susan RoblesOctober 7,2022 at 11:06PM UTC

    My goodness! Cannot think of any reason to show a photo ID for a virtual interview. Unless they will pay you kajillions, run as fast as you can. Good luck your search!!!

12. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistOctober 7,2022 at 11:22PM UTC

    The reason for it is that people cheat on their interviews - they have someone else do the interview for them, then a different person shows up to work.

13. AnonymousOctober 9,2022 at 12:44PM UTC

    And that would be grounds for termination immediately and maybe even the company could press charges for fraud

14. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistOctober 7,2022 at 11:20PM UTC

    They may or may not be looking to leave - some people are not as active on LI after they get a job and may have forgotten to remove it.

    Regarding showing photo ID, when I worked at Amazon, we used to have that in the instructions for the call but didn't actually do it.

    The reason for it is that people cheat on their interviews - they have someone else do the interview for them, then a different person shows up to work.

15. JOctober 8,2022 at 12:18AM UTC

    Appreciate everyone's feedback!

    From the research I've done, this company seems legit. This is the first I'm hearing of people cheating on their interviews. WOW!

    I will cover all of my information when I show my license to prove it's me at the start of the call.

16. AnonymousOctober 9,2022 at 12:43PM UTC

    actually I’m somewhat surprised and then on the other hand I’m not !because getting a job is so ridiculously hard and yet there were so many jobs out there or something is definitely flawed. these days however if you get the job it will be obvious it was a fraudulent interview because it wasn’t you!

    I have been a recruiter for many years and have long thought people could cheat on assessments without a doubt but the actual zoom meeting interview could be easily discovered if it’s not you but what do I know.

    Good luck in your job search

17. M BaazaOctober 9,2022 at 3:39PM UTC

    The company they usually use is legit but there are scammers using through....

18. Nibor EroomOctober 9,2022 at 6:56PM UTC

    I would cover any birthdate, license #. They need to see the picture and the name

19. AnonymousOctober 9,2022 at 1:42AM UTC

    If the "Red Flag" is about the open to work person with same title as yours, I would take the opportunity to ask them abt the work culture, deadline logic, work assignments etc.

    I walked into a terrible situation myself and am regretting it every day. Except it's getting worse, Manager has turned neurotic and is literally noting down how much time ppl go to eat lunch or pee.

    never mind that he actually gives ample work to ensure we are working over weekend and log on once home from work as well just to not drown,. cant even stay afloat.

    This is on the business side of a European bank. Our team seems to be blessed, he's as good as a daily / hourly wage manager despite being at a senior level.

    so now, I advise everyone to ask these questions. Manager being soft spoken and appearing genuine doesn't actually mean he is any of that.

20. Teena DOctober 9,2022 at 2:28PM UTC

    Absolutely red flag. Sounds like a scam

21. G C HesseOctober 9,2022 at 2:42PM UTC

    NEVER....EVER....Share your personal info with a company until you have a signed contract in place. This goes for References....SS#....or the copy of your latest paystub!!! Yes they are asking for pay stubs...give them a copy of your latest offer letter instead. Pay stubs gives people all your info! Also if direct deposit is involved use a netspend card or whatever you prefer, then transfer that into your Bank Account.....you don't know these companies!!!!!

22. bahrbeOctober 9,2022 at 10:03PM UTC

    I would never give a copy of a paystub. None of their business what my previous salary was.

23. Bernadette M MartinezOctober 9,2022 at 3:04PM UTC

    Do not do that! That is a clear sign of a scammer! They don't need your ID at an interview. This is a possible identity theft situation waiting to happen.

24. Aliza CarpioOctober 9,2022 at 4:43PM UTC

    Hi, there has been some fraud in the interview process and it's terrible that this is happening. I do know of some tech companies asking for this to ensure that they are talking to the same person on the resume. You should definitely ask why but I do know that this is happening.

25. Annetta MosesOctober 9,2022 at 5:39PM UTC

    The virtual interview has created "cracks " compared to in person interviews. For in person interviews, you needed to show a government id to receive the visitor badge. For virtual, thete is no visitor badge. The id check is done to confirm the identity of the person being interviewed.

    Good luck.

26. Shelby COctober 9,2022 at 5:41PM UTC

    If the 'Open To Work' is on the person who you are replacing, I would not be concerned.
    It is commonplace for people to interview their potential replacements. On the other hand, if it is a superior or team member, it could be a cause for concern.

    The only way that I would show my ID during an interview is if I had verified the people interviewing me work for the company. Then, I would ask them to show me THEIR business card and ID first as a show of good faith because there are too many online scams out there. I wouldn't give them a heads up. I would wait until the meeting and ask them on the fly. Then, if they can't produce anything with their name and a logo, I would end the call for security reasons. Any reasonable person will understand even if they are legitimate and should appreciate your caution.

27. Michelle LongeeOctober 9,2022 at 6:43PM UTC

    Red flag? Absolutely (morelike a parade ).

28. Rosa GoesOctober 9,2022 at 7:24PM UTC

    This is a red flag. There is no need for them to ask for personal info already on resume until after an offer is accepted.

29. maryOctober 10,2022 at 6:01PM UTC

    It’s not even legal to ask for any personal information other than name and address Social Security number drivers license and passport all that comes after an offer has been accepted that is

30. Karen SpenceOctober 10,2022 at 12:41PM UTC

    Never. I wouldn’t trust it.

31. Laura de la CruzOctober 10,2022 at 4:31PM UTC

    This really sounds like a scam. In Mexico, if you are asked for an ID for an interview, the company must give you a privacy notice stating why they need this information from you, as well as any other data they collect. It should be the same in the US, I would assume.

32. Kimberly GrahamOctober 10,2022 at 5:31PM UTC

    No! Run!

33. AnonymousOctober 11,2022 at 1:51PM UTC

    It can be considered discrimination if you are being asked to verify I-9 documents before being hired. This person may be trying to jump the gun, but HR would not approve.