PDFWAC 67-16-050
Must the executive director of DSB or designee conduct background checks on customers wanting to receive services from DSB?
(1) The executive director of DSB or designee may conduct a background check, as a vocational rehabilitation assessment service, for a customer who is seeking employment in a field that customarily requires a background check as a condition of employment.
(2) DSB may obtain a criminal history background check verifying that the customer is not excluded from employment in the field or specific job as part of the customer's informed choice in exploring or selecting an employment goal.
(3) A national fingerprint-based background check will be conducted if required by state law, federal regulations, or presidential directive.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 74.18 RCW, P.L. 113-128, and 34 C.F.R. Part 361. WSR 25-23-077, s 67-16-050, filed 11/18/25, effective 12/19/25. Statutory Authority: P.L. 113-128 and 34 C.F.R. Part 361. WSR 18-14-101, ยง 67-16-050, filed 7/3/18, effective 8/3/18.]