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Kentech Consulting Inc

CRIMINAL RESEARCHER

Miami, FL · Remote

$15 - $20/hr

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning private investigative company. We are the creators of ... Role Overview We're looking for a detail-obsessed Criminal Researcher to join our remote team. You ...

Kentech Consulting Inc

CRIMINAL RESEARCHER

Miami, FL · Remote

$15 - $20/hr

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning private investigative company. We are the creators of ... Role Overview We're looking for a detail-obsessed Criminal Researcher to join our remote team. You ...

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CRIMINAL RESEARCHER

Kentech Consulting Inc

Miami, FL • Remote

$15 - $20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning private investigative company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com - 1st consumer background checking system of its kind, and ClarityIQ, a high-tech / high-touch investigative case management system.
MISSION

We're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions.
VALUE

In order to achieve our team, exhibit the behaviors and core values aligned with this mission.
  • Customer-Focused: We are client focused and results-driven.
  • Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.
  • Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.
  • Community Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what a community cares about.
IMPACT

KENTECH is a small, agile, and fast-growing company that believes in hiring high performers whose work directly impacts our clients. We’re transforming the background investigation industry with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and innovation.
Role Overview

We’re looking for a detail-obsessed Criminal Researcher to join our remote team. You’ll play a key role in our criminal background screening process, conducting searches across county, state, and federal court systems to identify reportable criminal records for employment screenings.
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on independent, focused work and takes pride in accuracy, speed, and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
  • Review and analyze court record documents and dockets with high accuracy
  • Conduct in-depth online research using government databases and tools
  • Order and verify legal documents from researchers and court clerks
  • Interpret legal documents and apply client-specific and federal/state restrictions (FCRA knowledge is a plus)
  • Prepare thorough, high-quality investigative reports within strict deadlines
  • Maintain real-time updates in internal systems and flag delays or discrepancies
  • Communicate effectively with courts, clerks, and other government entities
  • Suggest and implement improvements in process, workflow, and team communication
  • Ensure the confidentiality and security of all sensitive information
  • Conduct online and/or in-person searches of public court records across various jurisdictions
  • Accurately identify, interpret, and document criminal case information
  • Follow established KENTECH research protocols and FCRA-compliant procedures
  • Maintain daily productivity and quality targets
  • Flag any discrepancies, sealed records, or potential identity mismatches
  • Communicate with team leads when clarification or escalations are needed
  • Log research activity and maintain chain-of-custody documentation in case management system
  • Stay current on jurisdiction-specific access requirements and legal updates
Qualifications
  • Prior experience in criminal records research (2+ year preferred)
  • Strong understanding of U.S. court structures and legal terminology
  • Must be comfortable working independently and meeting strict deadlines
  • High-speed internet and secure home office setup
  • FCRA knowledge is required
  • Background in legal research, investigations, or data verification a plus
 Bonus Points For:
  • Prior experience working with background screening firms or CRAs
  • Familiarity with TazWorks, ClearStar, or similar platforms
  • Bilingual 
What Makes This Role Unique
We give you the tools to succeed and the freedom to work when and where you're most productive. As a contract researcher, your work directly impacts hiring decisions across industries — and supports our mission to build safer communities, one background check at a time.