Remote Background Verification Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $25.80 - $35.27 Hourly
Location : Dimondale, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2701-26-20-58
Department: Treasury
Opening Date: 06/22/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
Individual Income Tax is comprised of motivated, resourceful, and hard-working individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, and employee development. The individual who is a good fit for this position will be a creative, customer-focused problem-solver with attention to detail, will have the ability to coach and develop team members AND have excellent time management and organizational skills.
If you possess these characteristics and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that still offers a great work/life balance, we encourage you to apply!
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Four years of office experience involving administrative support office practices, including two years equivalent to an E7-level administrative support worker.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach a cover letter and detailed resume to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
Hybrid Remote WorkThis position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Hybrid Remote Work approval is at the discretion of the appointing authority and is subject to change and can be ended at any time for any reason.
E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.
Fingerprinting. This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.
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Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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OFFCSPV - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?

• Yes
• No

02
OFFCSPV1/2 - Do you possess at least four years of office experience involving administrative support office practices, including at least two years equivalent to an E7-level administrative support worker?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have experience with the following? (Check all that apply.)

• Coaching, mentoring or onboarding new employees
• Delegating tasks and setting expectations
• Documenting performance issues appropriately
• Prioritizing workload during high-pressure times
• None of the above

04
Briefly describe your experience pertaining to the boxes selected in the previous question and years of experience for each. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
05
How many years of experience do you have collaborating with diverse teams as well as diverse individuals?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two to three years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years

06
Briefly describe your experience collaborating with diverse teams as well as diverse individuals. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
07
How many years of supervisory/management experience do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two to three years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years

08
Briefly describe your experience communicating sensitive information and/or topics to both internal and external customers. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
09
How many years of experience do you have reviewing and responding to complex tax-related inquiries or questions?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two to three years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years

10
Briefly describe your experience reviewing and responding to complex tax-related inquiries or questions. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
11
Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No

12
Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, as well as additional days based on operational needs?

• Yes
• No

13
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?

• Yes
• No

14
Professional references are required to be considered for this position. Acceptable references include current or recent supervisors and/or individuals in positions responsible for overseeing work. Have you provided at least 3 acceptable professional references either in the application or an attachment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question