Privacy Policy
We are very sensitive to the privacy of Internet users who visit this Web site. Therefore‚ we endeavor to provide users all information regarding our identity‚ how we use personal information that is collected‚ how to contact us‚ and how they can access and update their personal information. We also inform users of all potential recipients of the personal information. We do not use any personal information for purposes beyond those stated herein.
Personal Information: Collection and Use
Personal Data. We collect information from users only on a voluntary basis in the following categories and never disclose the information except as provided herein: name‚ address‚ telephone number‚ e-mail address‚ employment information‚ education‚ languages, licenses and certifications‚ church activity‚ and ward and stake information. In addition‚ employment applicants may voluntarily provide any information they deem appropriate in a free-form portion of the application. Information is provided voluntarily by users and is used by the Church only to the extent necessary for hiring managers to consider the user’s application for Church employment.
The information collected is used strictly to facilitate the user’s requests or to respond to a query. We regard this information as confidential and do not use it for any other purpose‚ sell it to other parties‚ or disclose it to any third party (except to third-parties acting on behalf of the Church and bound by the same terms of confidentiality). Users can correct their personal information by returning to the web site‚ clicking on “Submit your profile‚” make the corrections‚ save your changes by clicking the “continue” button until you reach the last page. If any problems are encountered in removing or modifying personal information or if any other request to update personal information has been submitted‚ users can contact us at the Feedback page and request assistance. Information will be retained for a period of time as required by law.
Third-Party Data. Users may also submit personal information of third parties‚ such as employment references‚ including name‚ address‚ e-mail address‚ telephone number‚ and professional background. This information is used solely to allow the Church to evaluate a user´s employment application. We recommend that users obtain prior consent of references before submitting their personal information.
Site Activities: Collection and Use of Other Data
We have contracted with a third-party service provider to help track and analyze usage and volume statistics on this site. The third-party service provider does not collect personal information from site visitors‚ only general summaries of site activities. This information is used only to improve the site’s quality. This third-party service uses cookies and clear gifs (as explained below)‚ neither of which contain personally identifiable information‚ to help in tracking and analyzing site usage information.
Cookies and Clear Gifs. In our effort to improve users’ site experience‚ the site uses cookies and clear gifs to provide pages and features that are most compatible with users’ preferences. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on a browser when a user visits a Web site. A clear gif is a graphic file‚ rather than a text file‚ that is similar in function to a cookie. Cookies and clear gifs do not identify the user personally; they simply identify the browser and track the settings‚ preferences‚ or features. When a user returns to the site‚ the user´s browser sends the cookie or clear gif to the Church’s Web server and/or the third party’s server.
Internet Protocol (“IP”) Addresses. When users request pages from the Church Employment Web site, our servers may log their IP address in order to improve site administration. This information‚ along with the other information listed above‚ can also be used to produce usage statistics to help us to better meet the needs of users and determine specific interests.
Protecting Information
This Web site is equipped with security measures to protect against the loss‚ misuse‚ and unauthorized alteration of the information under our control. We cannot guarantee that the information will not be lost or misused‚ but we make every effort to ensure that it is secured to avoid such problems.
Foreign Transfer of Data
This site is designed for use by U.S. residents. If you are not a U.S. resident‚ you can use this site, but you are responsible for making sure that your actions comply with the laws in your area. When you submit information through this Web site‚ we understand that your action is an affirmative act‚ indicating informed consent to the processing as well as informed consent to allow the transborder transfer of the data to the U.S. for the purposes outlined above. If you submit any personal information about yourself or others‚ including information inferring or demonstrating religious beliefs, affiliations‚ or practices‚ you alone are responsible for the consequences of making this transfer of personal information.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. We recommend that minor children obtain permission from their parents before sending any information about themselves or others to any Church Web site.
Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of any third-party sites. For your own protection‚ you should review the policies of similar sites to ensure they meet your personal expectations of privacy.
Inquiries About Policy
Inquiries concerning this Data Privacy Policy or our processing of personal information should be sent to: DataPrivacyOfficer@LDSChurch.org.
Future Changes to Privacy Policy
We reserve the right‚ at our discretion‚ to change‚ modify‚ add‚ or remove portions of the Privacy Policy at any time. As we do not typically use personal information except as provided for above‚ we are not in a position to notify each user of material changes in our Privacy Policy. We encourage you to check the Privacy Policy to remain informed of any changes.
Effective Date
This version of the Privacy Policy became effective on the 15th day of November‚ 2007.