GSA Search Consultants, a Division of Noramtec Consultants Inc. (GSA) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals in all aspects of our business.  Personal information will be collected, retained and utilized in accordance with our Privacy Policy.     GSA collects both solicited and unsolicited candidate information related to the job search process.  Information is collected through electronic and paper means.   Information may be kept both electronically and in hard copy.  Electronic information is stored and accessed via a password secured central repository database.  Hard copy resumes are stored in locked filing cabinets.  Information will be retained by GSA unless the candidate has requested the removal of their information or it is determined the contact information is no longer valid or as a periodic purge of older information.    Interview notes and accompanying interviewed resume information will be maintained in either electronic or hard copy.  Electronic interview information will be stored in a password secured central repository database.  Hard copy interview information will be stored in locked cabinets.    Personal information will not be shared with any third party at any time without the explicit consent of the applicant and not for any reason other than recruitment.   Reference information (e.g. former/current employer, educational institute, etc.) will be collected by GSA solely for the purpose of qualifying credentials of the candidate.  Either GSA or its client will conduct the reference checks with the consent of the candidate.   Should a candidate at any time wish to withdraw their information they may make this request in writing to GSA.  At that time any electronic versions will be fully purged from the system and any hard copies will be shredded.   I consent to the terms herein.  I understand I may withdraw my consent at any time through a written notification.  At this time GSA will have ten (10) working days to comply with my request.   For further information please contact GSA’s Privacy Officer, Bill Hawley, at 514-861-6678.