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Forbes is looking to hire a highly organized and exceptionally thorough temporary background checker to assist our editors. Candidates must have a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost integrity. Part-time / 25 hours a week.
Responsibilities
- Perform background checks on a high volume of individuals by systematically checking names from a provided list.
- Utilize internal and external databases, public records, and other resources to verify information.
- Identify and report any discrepancies, red flags, or potential risks found during the background check process.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all checks performed and the findings for each individual.
- Adhere strictly to all company policies and relevant legal regulations regarding data privacy and confidentiality.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of the background check process.
- Generate clear and concise reports summarizing the findings for each background check.
The ideal candidate
- The ability to notice minute discrepancies and verify information with a high degree of accuracy.
- Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
- The capacity to analyze information from various sources and draw logical conclusions.
- The ability to manage a high volume of tasks and maintain meticulous records.
- The ability to write clear and concise reports and communicate findings to the team.
- The ability to identify and resolve issues that may arise during the background check process.
- Comfortable using various databases, search engines, and software to perform research.
The hourly rate for this role is $35.00 - $50.00
Forbes has estimated the compensation range set forth above in good faith. The compensation range is what we believe we will offer, and ultimately pay, a successful candidate. In determining this range, we consider the experience, level of education (if applicable to the role), knowledge, skills, and abilities required to be had by a successful candidate as well as the budget and the company’s pay rates, generally. This said, we may have to make changes to our compensation estimates and job descriptions from time to time and we expressly reserve the right to do so. Should we make any such changes, this advertisement will be revised to reflect such revisions. We encourage you to occasionally re-visit this advertisement to ensure that you are abreast of any changes. Thank you for your interest in joining Forbes!
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Forbes aims to offer employees the flexibility they need in order to be successful. Some positions may require candidates to be based in a specific location for consideration while some roles may be fully remote (within the U.S.) if it aligns with the needs of the position. This position is only open to candidates residing in California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, & Washington. Due to business operations and compliance requirements, we are unable to consider applicants based outside these states at this time.
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