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Privacy Policy

Candidate SMS Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect personal information provided by candidates in connection with our text message (SMS) communications. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your information with care and transparency.

2. Information we collect

When you provide your mobile phone number and consent to receive text messages from us, we may collect the following information:

  • Your name
  • Mobile phone number
  • Job application details and status
  • Communication preferences
  • Any information you choose to share via SMS during the application or hiring process

3. How we use your information

We use your information solely for the purposes of:

  • Communicating with you about your job application, interview scheduling, and hiring updates
  • Sending appointment reminders and important notices related to your candidacy
  • Responding to your inquiries submitted via text message
  • Improving our recruitment and communication processes
  • We will not use your mobile number or personal information for marketing purposes unrelated to your application without your explicit consent.

4. Consent and opt-in

  • By providing your mobile phone number and agreeing to receive text messages from us, you expressly consent to receive SMS communications related to your candidacy. Message frequency will vary depending on the stage of your application. Standard message and data rates may apply. You are not required to consent to receive SMS messages as a condition of applying for a position.

5. Opting out

  • You may opt out of receiving SMS messages from us at any time by replying STOP to any text message we send you. After opting out, you will receive a single confirmation message and no further SMS communications will be sent. To re-enroll, reply START or contact us directly. Opting out of SMS communications will not affect your job application status.

6. Data sharing and disclosure

  • We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

    • With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our SMS platform, subject to strict confidentiality agreements
    • As required by law, regulation, or valid legal process
    • To protect the rights, safety, or property of our organization or others

7. Data security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. If your application is unsuccessful or you withdraw from the process, we may retain your information for a reasonable period in the event that a future opportunity arises, unless you request deletion.

9. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Withdraw consent for SMS communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

MJL Recruiting & Consulting

5822 119th St SE

Snohomish, WA 98296

Email: matt@mjlrandc.com

Phone: 425-245-5318