If you’re sharp with details and don’t mind living in court portals, public record systems, and spreadsheets all day, this is a solid entry-level lane into the background screening world. You’ll research and interpret criminal record data, keep cases moving, and hit productivity and accuracy metrics.
About First Advantage
First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA) provides background screening solutions for many Fortune 100 and Global 500 companies. They emphasize a people-first culture built on empathy, integrity, and fairness, with a global team supporting mission-critical screening services.
Schedule
- Full-time, 100% remote (United States)
- Must be authorized to work and live in the U.S.
- Pay: approximately $18.00 per hour (offer based on experience and skills)
What You’ll Do
⦁ Monitor workflow and case volume across assigned states, track delays, update statuses, and keep work progressing
⦁ Review statewide applicant documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with state/company requirements
⦁ Submit documentation to the correct agencies and coordinate with internal teams on requirements and updates
⦁ Research public record information using websites and electronic court access systems, including deeper follow-up research when needed
⦁ Interpret criminal records from courts, agencies, and repositories and accurately fulfill/edit results to company standards
⦁ Perform court, agency, state repository, and database searches to ensure thorough and accurate reporting
⦁ Build and maintain professional relationships with court personnel and agencies to support efficient information retrieval
⦁ Consistently meet departmental productivity and accuracy goals
What You Need
⦁ High school diploma or equivalent
⦁ 2–4 years of experience in a related role (criminal justice or paralegal experience is a plus)
⦁ Intermediate Windows and Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
⦁ Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and stay accurate in a fast-paced environment
⦁ Strong written and verbal communication skills
⦁ Self-starter mindset with proactive problem-solving and follow-through
⦁ Ability to manage shifting priorities, interruptions, and tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Benefits
⦁ Remote work from home
⦁ Growth opportunity in a large, established background screening company
⦁ A role that builds transferable skills: research, documentation review, compliance, and case management
These roles tend to move quickly because they’re a great “foot in the door” for compliance and operations work. If your strength is accuracy under pressure, go for it.
Get in, learn the systems, and build momentum.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…