Job details
Salary $17 - $20 an hour job type full-time number of hires for this role 3
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Position description & responsibilities:
The main functions of this researcher’s role are to conduct court and public records research, analyze the research results, draft reports that convey those results using checkers’ standard methods, report templates and style guidesYou may also be required to conduct media and internet searches to further your research on the individuals and entities that are the subject of the investigation or due diligence.
The necessary tools and training will be provided for these responsibilities; however, applicants must have a baseline knowledge of the courts including, civil and criminal court records as well as the ability to review and understand a docket sheetThe ideal researcher will have some prior experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or have previously worked in the fields of background investigations, criminal justice, or any other work in the legal field.
Requirements:
· a very detail-oriented, thorough, and organized individual with an investigative mindset
· knowledge of court structure (municipal, county, state and federal court structures) and case procedure (understanding of various types of criminal charges, civil causes of actions, filings, motions and dispositions)
· ability to review and understand a typical case docket sheet and case information, including knowledge of and/or ability to decipher common court terminology, shorthand, acronyms and legalese, in order to identify key information and entering it into checker’s standardized report formatting
· ability to perform record research through national database and court access systems, including contacting court clerks and other agencies via telephone, fax, email, and portal as needed to obtain and/or confirm case information
· must be good at following instructions and resourceful – have the ability to seek out answers to your own questions using the resources available to you (court and public resource guides, training manuals, report drafting guides, sample reports, etc.) – while knowing when to elevate issues and questions
· someone who is eager to learn, adapt and excel in a fast-paced work environmentA self-starter who can work independently and as part of a teamSkilled and motivated to tackle assignments on one’s own using the resources available while demonstrating an ability and willingness to help your team members with any tasks
· very strong computer, typing, and internet skills, including excellent skills with windows 10, microsoft word and adobe acrobatWorking knowledge of excel, outlook, google chrome and/or firefox is also requiredYou should have the ability and eagerness to learn to use new tool and software
** previous experience using tazworks or digital delve will be given priorityPlease highlight if you have used either of these before
· an ability to review and process documents, websites, and articles accurately and efficiently
· superior oral and written communication skills
· must be able to handle sensitive and highly confidential information and have the discretion to keep things confidential
Desired qualifications:
· certification, associates’ degree and/or bachelor’s degree in some form of legal, criminal justice and/or writing related field(s)
· experience in any of the following fields is a plus: background investigations, criminal justice, legal assistance or paralegal, or any other work in the legal field
· familiarity with the fair credit reporting act (fcra) and similar statutes that restrict the reporting of information
· experience in a research position, report drafting position, and/or business customer service
· ability to multitask – experience juggling multiple tasks, priorities and adhering to strict deadlines preferred
· ability to apply a variety of policies and procedures spelled out in available resources with minimal additional guidance
Location and hours:
· candidates must be based in either california or connecticut to be eligible for this position
· candidates should be able to work typical business hours in either eastern or pacific time zone
· at present, the position is fully remote due to covid-19We expect the role to eventually be based in our sherman oaks, ca or fairfield, ct office
· casual work environment with opportunity for some hybrid work (time split between working from home and the office) and flexible schedules may be an option based on work performance.
Compensation:
· salary offer will be based on experience and qualifications.
· after eligibility period, benefits include health, dental and vision insurance and new employees receive 12 days of paid time off in first year plus paid holidays
· yearly bonus based on performance
Interested applicants please send a resume and cover letter detailing why you are a good fit for the position.
About checkers international, inc.:
Checkers is an investigative services company specializing in due diligence and background checks for employment, transactions, and other purposesCheckers provides services to law firms, venture capital and financial services firms, investors, private equity firms, hr professionals, fortune 500 companies spanning numerous industries and the entertainment industry (production companies, casting teams, studios and networks)Checkers’ east coast office is based in fairfield, connecticut and checkers’ west coast office is based in sherman oaks, california.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Supplemental pay:
Bonus pay
Work location:
Fully remote
Work location: remote
