Criminal Research Specialist
Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Tue, Jul 14, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Conducting thorough research into individuals' criminal histories, the full-time Criminal Research Specialist will perform criminal record research, review database results, and compile consumer reports while working remotely within EST hours.
Key responsibilities
- Review database search results to determine additional names or searches needed
- Perform criminal record research through court access systems and public records, contacting courts as necessary
- Compile accurate consumer reports and ensure compliance with company guidelines and regulations
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field, or equivalent experience in criminal records research
- Previous experience in background screening or related industry
- Strong knowledge of the U.S. criminal justice system and ability to interpret court cases
- Familiarity with FCRA and state regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based research tools
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