Detail-Driven Background Verification Specialist

Universal Background Screening; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Background Screening is seeking a Verification Specialist to verify information submitted by our clients' job applicants through phone interviews, internet research, and document review. You will input verified data into our proprietary system and help ensure background checks are thorough and timely.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment, with strong communication and data-entry skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform employment, education, reference, and licensing verifications by phone and online.
• Authenticate documents and identify discrepancies.
• Research businesses and locate contact information from public records.
• Maintain timely follow-up and meet daily/weekly/monthly goals.
• Document verification attempts accurately in the system.
• Communicate with employers and institutions professionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Universal Background Screening is seeking a Verification Specialist to verify information submitted by our clients' job applicants through phone interviews, internet research, and document review. You will input verified data into our proprietary system and help ensure background checks are thorough and timely.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment, with strong communication and data-entry skills.