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EnergySolutions

Background Screening Clerk

Kinsey, AL · On-site

$15/hr

As a background screening clerk, your job is to conduct a background check and investigate potential situations of derogatory information that could prevent someone from gaining access to a nuclear ...

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Background Screening Clerk

Dothan, AL · On-site

$15/hr

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Background Screening Clerk

EnergySolutions

Kinsey, AL • On-site

$15/hr

Other

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Job description


Job Summary:
As a background screening clerk, your job is to conduct a background check and investigate potential situations of derogatory information that could prevent someone from gaining access to a nuclear facility.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
The most important qualifications the right individual will possess are a strong work ethic and willingness to learn and grow. Producing a high-quality product, consistently and on time is essential. Above-average computer skills (specifically Microsoft Office Suite) are a necessity. You must be able to communicate clearly and in a professional and respectful manner with customers, co-workers, and managers, and value working as a team.
Also, you must be:
  • Hard-working and dependable
  • Organized and detail oriented.
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Able to report to work on time everyday.
  • Flexible and ready to do whatever needs to get done.
  • Must pass a drug screening and background check.
  • Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with good negotiation tactics.
  • Must be proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
  • Excellent time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn new skills with little help or correction after initial training.

Educational/Technical Requirements:
High-school graduate or GED.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or Comparable Experience
Previous experience working as a background screener/vendor
Computer data entry experience - Microsoft Office Suite necessary. 2+ years
Customer service and/or Administrative Experience
Job Duties:
  • As a Level 1 Clerk you will conduct phone interviews with employers, schools, military personnel, and references. You will be responsible for recording detailed documentation of these calls.
  • Compile notes and summaries in a clear, concise, and logical manner
  • Inspect incoming paperwork for accuracy, high attention to detail is required.
  • Ability to resolve inconsistencies while evaluating the data
  • Perform detailed self-reviews of completed work.
  • Maintain security and confidentiality of files and records.
  • Assist in the maintenance of all background check process documents and reference materials.
  • Ensure compliance with 10 CFR 73.56, NEI 03-01 (current revision), 10 CFR 26 for all background investigations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering the company's mission.

Job Type/Hours:
Full-time, 40 hours per week. Overtime during heavy influx season. Must be available to work weekends during outage season. Day Shift position
Pay:
$15.00/hr with time and half when hours worked in excess of 40.
Work Location:
  • In Person
Physical Abilities
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

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