PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
1. INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Policy describes how Piper Staffing Agency ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and discloses personal information in connection with our recruitment services. This policy complies with federal regulations and New York state laws, including the NY SHIELD Act.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Candidate Information
Contact details (name, email, phone, address)
Professional history and qualifications
Employment eligibility verification
Background check information (with explicit consent)
Interview assessments and notes
Compensation information
Client Information
Business contact information
Hiring requirements and preferences
Contractual and billing information
3. COLLECTION METHODS
We obtain information through:
Direct submission via applications
Professional networking platforms
Referrals
Authorized background verification services
Communication with our staff
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
We process information based on:
Contract performance (placement services)
Legitimate business interests
Explicit consent where required by law
Legal compliance obligations
5. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
Candidate Information
Evaluating qualifications for positions
Presenting to potential employers (with consent)
Conducting authorized background checks
Communicating about opportunities
Maintaining our talent database
Client Information
Providing recruitment services
Managing business relationships
Processing payments
Service communications
6. INFORMATION SHARING
We may share information with:
Potential employers (with candidate consent)
Service providers who facilitate our operations
Legal authorities when required
Professional advisors under confidentiality
We implement appropriate safeguards for all data transfers.
7. DATA SECURITY
In compliance with the NY SHIELD Act, we maintain reasonable security measures:
Administrative safeguards (risk assessment, employee training)
Technical safeguards (network monitoring, encryption, access controls)
Physical safeguards (secure facilities, hardware protection)
We promptly investigate and address security incidents.
8. DATA RETENTION
We retain information for:
Active candidates: Duration of job search plus one year
Placed candidates: Duration required by applicable law
Client information: Duration of business relationship plus three years
9. YOUR RIGHTS
You have the right to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccuracies
Request deletion (subject to legal obligations)
Opt-out of certain processing activities
Receive notification of breaches as required by law
10. FCRA COMPLIANCE
When conducting background checks, we comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act by:
Providing clear disclosure and obtaining authorization
Following adverse action procedures
Ensuring information accuracy
Respecting candidate rights regarding background reports
11. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be communicated through our website or direct notification.
12. CONTACT INFORMATION
For privacy inquiries:
Piper Staffing Group
167 Madison Avenue, Ste 204 #414
New York, NY 10016
info@piperstaffinggroup.com