Data Entry Clerk — Background Check Coordinator

MARATHON STAFFING GROUP; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk for a long-term, full-time assignment in Carson City, NV. You will manage incoming communications—faxes, mail, and emails—and ensure responses are processed and filed accurately.

Responsibilities include processing communications, using internal systems to locate contact information for firearm dealers, entering data into NICS, and supporting staff with basic background checks and research.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills with familiarity of Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail; accuracy is critical.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Must maintain natural hair colors (no pink, green, blue, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Collect and process incoming faxes, mail, and emails daily
• Query and file responses based on subject and content
• Perform callback duties to notify gun dealers of background check results (proceed, delay, deny)
• Use internal systems to locate contact information for firearm dealers
• Organize and scan denied cases into electronic formats
• Enter data into the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS)
• Conduct initial background checks and answer related phone calls
• Perform basic research to assist staff in determining firearm transfer eligibility

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Discretion

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marathon Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk for a long-term, full-time assignment in Carson City, NV. You will manage incoming communications—faxes, mail, and emails—and ensure responses are processed and filed accurately.

Responsibilities include processing communications, using internal systems to locate contact information for firearm dealers, entering data into NICS, and supporting staff with basic background checks and research.