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Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Background Screening Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will conduct and process background investigations in ...

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

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 ...

Senior Associate, Background Screening

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

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Answer incoming calls, emails, and chat inquiries from clients, applicants, and employers regarding background screening services Employment Verification * Contact current and former employers to ...

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Background Screening Specialist

Background Screening Specialist

PreciseCheck, LLC

Calabasas, CA • Remote

$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

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Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Background Screening Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will conduct and process background investigations in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), state regulations, and company policies. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality and responsiveness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct background screening investigations, including criminal record searches, employment verifications, education verifications, professional license checks, and other screening services.
  • Review and analyze records obtained from courts, employers, educational institutions, and other sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing consumer reporting and background screening.
  • Communicate professionally with applicants, clients, courts, employers, and educational institutions to obtain required information.
  • Resolve discrepancies, incomplete records, and conflicting information through additional research and verification.
  • Document findings accurately within company systems and maintain detailed records of all screening activities.
  • Meet established productivity, quality, and turnaround time standards.
  • Assist with adverse action processes and consumer disputes as required.
  • Protect sensitive personal information and maintain strict confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

Required

  • College degree.
  • 1–3 years of experience in background screening, consumer reporting, verification services, investigations, compliance, or a related field.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based systems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Understanding of confidentiality requirements and data security best practices.

Preferred

  • Experience working for a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA).
  • Knowledge of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and related compliance requirements.
  • Familiarity with court record research and public records databases.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

Skills and Competencies

  • Customer service orientation
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Professional judgment
  • Data analysis and record review
  • Compliance awareness

Company Description

PreciseCheck is a consumer reporting agency accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association providing background checks for employers.