Public Records Specialist

Summary

Join Accurate Background as a Public Records Specialist and play a vital role in the pre-employment background screening process. You will be responsible for processing public records, ensuring compliance with client guidelines and FCRA regulations. This fast-paced role requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Accurate Background offers a fun work environment with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. The position involves retrieving and entering information from various sources, reviewing documents, interpreting court terminology, and ensuring data accuracy. Success in this role requires strong analytical and communication skills, along with experience in data entry and internet research.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years related work experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of tools such as MS Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong familiarity with the internet, including internet research experience
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Independent and detail oriented
• Ability to work under constant deadlines
• Teamwork oriented attitude
• High School Diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and enter a variety of information from files, computer records, and web-based systems related to an applicant’s history
• Review information and documents quickly and accurately in accordance with applicable laws and procedures
• Understand the court system terminology and interpret results
• Communicate effectively with courts to retrieve additional information as needed
• Compiling, sorting, and verifying the accuracy of information before it is entered
• Perform accurate, timely input/keying of required data fields on client transactions in accordance with department procedures/guidelines
• Familiarizing with new processes and updates as they are introduced
• Maintaining a polite, helpful, and professional manner
• Enter data from source documents into a prescribed computer database, files, and forms
• Comply with data integrity and security policies
• Able to manage individual workload in a timely manner

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred – specializing in Criminal Justice is a plus

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Annual performance-based bonus, commission, or other variable pay plan