What are the responsibilities and job description for the Global Background Researcher position at Vertical Screen Inc.?
About Us
Vertical Screen is one of the world's leading applicant screening firms. Operating through three subsidiaries – Business Information Group, Certiphi Screening and Truescreen, as well as a sister-company, Fieldprint – we serve the largest and most respected organizations, institutions, corporations, and government entities worldwide.
Vertical Screen is at the forefront of the applicant screening industry. We design innovative technology that delivers accurate, timely results to our clients. Our success begins with our diverse team of kind, collaborative professionals who are passionate about the work we deliver.
Job Description
Global Researchers conduct an interesting variety of international background checks on behalf of our clients' applicants in over 245 countries throughout the world. These checks include but are not limited to employment, education, criminal record, credit, professional licensing, and directorship checks. It is an exciting position which affords the opportunity to interact and gain knowledge about the world around us.
We are seeking a representative who is willing and able to utilize their international education and experiences on a daily basis. It is preferred but not compulsory that applicants fluently speak and read/translate for business purposes in a language besides English. However, those without language capabilities will be considered as well.
This is a full time, Monday-Friday position. The hours are 7am-3pm or 8am-4pm. This is an on-site position located in Warminster, PA. The pay is $16hr.
Responsibilities
Verification of background information for employment and applicant screening purposes. Research is completed via phone, mail, or email, and may involve contacting vendors and using vendor databases. Information to be verified on a daily basis may include but is not limited to:
- Education verifications
- Employment verifications
- References
- Court and/or police records/police clearances
- Credit checks
- Government databases
- Motor vehicle records
Research support and follow up:
- Follow up on research requests with vendors so that requests are completed within the estimated turnaround time.
- Follow up with internal research and support departments for country-specific required documentation and questions regarding search procedures.
- Work with coordinator to ensure that client satisfaction with international services, turnaround time, and quality of results are at highest levels.
- Work with all research areas to ensure that efficient international research is being conducted.
- Assist in the establishment of procedures, work instructions, and implementation of international vendor searches.
- Uphold all corporate security policies and procedures. Ensure that daily activities support safeguarding of client and corporate data and resources.
Required Skills
- Fluency in Portuguese or another language besides English
- Excellent verbal, written, telephone and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks or projects
- Excellent prioritization, research and time management skills with the ability to work independently
- Ability to maintain confidential and time sensitive information
- Schedule flexibility to accommodate the needs of international vendors and clients
Education
The candidate we are seeking will have at minimum a high school diploma or equivalent.
Benefits
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
- On-site Employee Gardens - plants & flowers provided
- RushBus scheduled service from Septa Bus Route 22 and Regional Rail
- Employee referral bonus program
- Discounts through partnerships & neighborhood business programs
Additional Information
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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