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Staffingine LLC

Employment Specialist

Springfield, IL · On-site

Convert 100% of local Employment Verification Calls into sales calls and/or recruiting calls. Take advantage of every phone interaction to MPC associates, gain additional information, or schedule ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for employment verification in the United States is $18.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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One of the most common challenges in this role is navigating time-sensitive requests while ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of employment data. Employment Verification specialists often interact with multiple stakeholders, such as past employers, HR departments, and applicants, which requires strong organizational and communication skills. Adapting to varying procedures and regulations, as well as handling incomplete or inconsistent information, can also be frequent hurdles. However, those who excel in this position typically develop effective problem-solving strategies and foster productive working relationships within HR teams.

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To thrive in Employment Verification, you need strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, and familiarity with HR practices or background screening processes. Experience with verification management systems or HR information systems (HRIS), and knowledge of compliance standards such as FCRA, is highly beneficial. Excellent interpersonal skills, discretion, and clear communication are essential for liaising professionally with employers, applicants, and third parties. These skills are crucial to ensure accurate, timely verification results while safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining compliance.

What is an Employment Verification job?

An Employment Verification job involves confirming a person's work history, job title, dates of employment, and sometimes salary details for hiring, loan approvals, or background checks. Professionals in this role communicate with previous employers, check official records, and ensure the accuracy of provided information. They often work in HR departments, third-party verification companies, or background screening firms. Attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy are essential in this position.

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Education & Employment Verification Specialist (Entry-Level)

Education & Employment Verification Specialist (Entry-Level)

Vertical Screen Inc.

Warminster, PA • Hybrid

$16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Think background checks are boring? Think again. At Vertical Screen, we’re the behind-the-scenes heroes helping companies hire with confidence. Vertical Screen is one of the world’s leading applicant screening firms — but we’re not your typical background check company. With our family of companies — Business Information Group, Certiphi Screening, Truescreen, and our sister company Fieldprint — we support some of the biggest names in business, healthcare, education, and government.

We’re proud to be at the cutting edge of the screening industry, building smart technology that delivers fast, accurate results. But what really sets us apart? Our people. We’re a team of kind, collaborative professionals who genuinely care about what we do — and about each other.


Sound like your kind of place? Come join a company where your attention to detail, great communication skills, and friendly attitude can make a real difference — every single day.


At Vertical Screen, Inc., we help job applicants move forward in the hiring process by verifying their employment and education history. As a Verification Researcher, you’ll conduct phone-based investigations in a non-sales call center environment, using your attention to detail and communication skills to gather accurate background information.

This position is eligible for hybrid work (2 days in Warminster, PA office / 3 days remote work) after 6 months of active employment, in accordance with the guidelines established for remote work.

The hours are 10am-6pm M-F. This position pays $16/hr.


  • Verify education and employment history as well as conduct reference interviews
  • Conduct research via outbound calls, fax, email, internet and online database searches
  • Master the proprietary software to accurately transcribe verified information and notes
  • Meet pre-established production goals

  • Must be able to work in a fast paced, inbound/outbound call center environment
  • Ability to multitask
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to efficiently operate and navigate a computer and internal software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office

The candidate we are seeking will have at minimum a high school diploma or equivalent.


Vertical Screen offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, an environmentally friendly workplace and flexible scheduling to assist employees in managing their lives outside of work.

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage with spouse/family coverage options
  • 401K plan with generous company match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary insurance coverage plans (life, disability, etc.)
  • Paid lunch breaks
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid training program/ Internal employee development
  • Overtime options available
  • Casual dress code
  • Flexible work schedules
  • RushBus scheduled service from Septa Bus Route 22 and Regional Rail
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Discounts through partnerships & neighborhood business programs

All candidates are subject to a drug test and a background screening.

Vertical Screen, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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