Privacy Policy
RY&L ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our employment staffing services, visit our website, or interact with us in any way.
1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:
1.1 Personal Information
When you register with us or apply for positions, we may collect: Full name, address, phone number, and email address; Social Security Number (for employment verification and tax purposes); Date of birth and government-issued identification; Employment history, education, skills, and professional certifications; References and background check information; Immigration and work authorization status; Bank account information for direct deposit (if applicable).
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect: IP address and device information; Browser type and operating system; Pages visited and time spent on our site; Referring website addresses; Location data (city/region level).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes: To match you with suitable employment opportunities; To verify your identity, qualifications, and work eligibility; To conduct background checks and reference verification (with your consent); To communicate with you about job opportunities and application status; To process payroll and tax documentation for placed candidates; To comply with legal obligations and employment regulations; To improve our services and website functionality; To send marketing communications (with your consent).
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information with: Prospective employers (only with your explicit consent for each opportunity); Background check and verification service providers; Government agencies as required by law (tax authorities, immigration services, etc.); Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants) under confidentiality obligations; Service providers who assist our operations (IT, payroll processing). We DO NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Background Checks and Verification
As an employment agency, we may conduct or facilitate background checks including: Criminal history checks; Employment verification; Education verification; Professional license verification; Drug screening (where legally permitted and job-required). All background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable state laws. You will be notified and provide written consent before any background check is initiated.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specifically: Active candidate profiles: Retained while you are actively seeking employment through our services; Placed employee records: Retained for 7 years after the end of employment (as required by tax and labor laws); Unsuccessful applications: Retained for 2 years unless you request earlier deletion; Tax and payroll records: Retained as required by IRS and state regulations.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including: Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest; Secure access controls and authentication; Regular security assessments and updates; Employee training on data protection. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to: Access the personal information we hold about you; Request correction of inaccurate information; Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements); Opt out of marketing communications; Withdraw consent for data processing (where consent is the legal basis). To exercise these rights, contact us at business@ryl.miami or call (305) 748-5222.
8. Florida Privacy Rights
As a Florida-based company, we comply with all applicable Florida privacy laws and regulations. Under Florida law, you have the right to: Access and review your personal information upon request; Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data; Be informed of any data breaches affecting your personal information, as required by the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA); Opt out of marketing communications at any time. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: RY&L Employment Agency, 16375 NE 18 AVE, Suite 314, North Miami Beach, FL 33162. Email: business@ryl.miami. Phone: (305) 748-5222.