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About the Role

First Advantage is seeking a Criminal Court Researcher to conduct background checks by researching and collecting criminal background information. This role is essential for supporting clients and ensuring workplace safety through the interpretation of public record information. The position offers an opportunity to work independently, primarily in the mornings, and requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Travel to assigned courthouses to research and review criminal and/or civil public record information from onsite electronic access court systems.
Perform additional research as required from applicable websites.
Interpret court records and other relevant information from courts and state agencies.
Accurately document, edit, and modify results of court record searches from courts, agencies, state repositories, and other databases.
Communicate directly with courts and state agencies to gather additional information and ensure compliance.
Provide accurate and detailed results and case information obtained from court repositories via database integration or email.
Conduct criminal background checks utilizing various electronic public access systems at Criminal Court houses.
Utilize public access criminal court record information (via phone, fax, web, Wi-Fi) to conduct criminal history searches.
Verify information for criminal records and forward results via scanning and uploading search results.
Investigate and provide updates on new and/or improved methods of performing criminal background checks.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the US.
Must live within 30 minutes of the courthouse in Suffolk County.
Must have a valid Driver License (or be willing to obtain one).
Must be willing to travel to the courthouse(s) daily.
Must have reliable Wi-Fi access at home.
Must have a document shredder.
Ability to read legal documentation.
Work well under pressure with time-sensitive projects.
Ability to meet tight deadlines with extreme accuracy and detail-orientation.
Ability to prioritize and structure daily tasks according to demand.
Capable of working independently but take direction well.

Skills

Investigative skills
Detail organized
Strong organizational skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong research skills

Location

Suffolk County, NY

Work Type

Full-Time
Traveling research role
Remote with occasional business travel

Experience Level

High level administrative experience preferred
Legal court research experience preferred
Professional work experience preferred

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent required

Salary/Compensations

$18-19 USD per hour

Benefits

Temporary gas stipend of $200 per jurisdiction monthly
Laptop, printer/scanner/fax machine provided
Personal cell phone reimbursement
Medical, Vision, Dental, and supplementary benefit plans
401k with an employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Competitive and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
9 paid company holidays
Access to tech and growth opportunities
Professional development opportunities
Generous Paid Time Off Program
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Policy
Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunities to connect with colleagues across six Employee Impact Groups
Participate in Employee Experience events

About the Company

First Advantage is a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.
First Advantage is going through a technology transformation and is looking for experts excited to work with advanced technologies.
First Advantage is a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry.
Enabled by its proprietary technology and AI, First Advantage’s platforms, data, and APIs power comprehensive employment background screening, digital identity solutions, and verification services.
With a strong emphasis on innovation, automation, and customer success, First Advantage empowers 80,000 organizations to hire smarter and onboard faster.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, First Advantage serves customers in over 200 countries and territories, modernizing hiring and onboarding on a global scale.
First Advantage is an award-winning global leader in identity and workforce solutions, delivering fast, reliable screening and ongoing monitoring at every stage of the employee lifecycle.

Equal Opportunity

First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.