Bilingual Background Check Specialist

Job Details Job Location: Chicago, IL 60622 Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Working at NYAP Position Title Background Check Specialist Position Summary The Background Check Specialist is responsible for helping with the background check investigation process. This position will coordinate and document required background check requests and results and conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure background checks are submitted completely and accurately prior to submission and within the required timeframes and deadlines. Responsibilities Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s Mission, Values and Philosophies. Understand policies and background check regulations, requirements, and processes required by federal, state, and local agencies and conduct background checks, including public record checks, sex offender registry checks, FBI criminal background checks, child abuse and neglect records checks, state criminal history repository checks, local police checks, ORR Central Registry check, driver’s record and clearance, and other required checks. Conduct all required background checks for sponsor families, foster families, applicants, employees, contractors, interns, volunteers, and other individuals requiring background checks. Document the status of background check requests and results in the appropriate database. Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure background checks are complete and accurate prior to submission and within the required timeframes and deadlines; Escalate any discrepancies, disqualifying offenses, or compliance issues to HR Leadership for legal review. Communicate with individuals being background checked regarding their background check status to ensure the safe release of unaccompanied alien children and suitability of individuals to work with children in ORR care. Support the team with reference checks and other documentation as needed. Assess background check turnaround times and report to HR leaders suggested improvements for timeliness of receiving results, compliance, or quality improvement. Assist with state and ORR audits, compliance internal reviews, and policy updates related to background screening. Perform other duties as requested. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent degree. Minimum of 3 years employment experience. Base technical skills in Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, and Smartsheets. Good communication and project management skills. High level of confidentiality required. Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Other Skills Enthusiastic self-starter. Strong organizational and administrative skills. Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. Works well independently and as a team member. Physical Demands Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity. Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands. Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Benefits 33 Paid days off each year (11 holidays + 22 days PTO). Healthcare Benefits for you and your family. Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements. Competitive salaries and benefits, including a 401(k), summer hours off (half-day Fridays and work anniversary trips). Mileage reimbursement, phone allowance, student loan repayment assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Youth Advocate Program