Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Verification Specialist
Location: Evansville, IN
Department: Verifications
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Verification Specialist to join our background screening team. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying employment history, education credentials, professional licenses, and other background information to ensure accurate and compliant reports for our clients. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable communicating with employers, institutions, and other sources to confirm applicant information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct employment, education, and reference verifications for background screening reports
- Contact employers, educational institutions, and other sources via phone, email, or online systems to confirm applicant information
- Accurately document verification results in the company’s background screening platform
- Review information for completeness, discrepancies, and potential red flags
- Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all applicable privacy and compliance regulations
- Meet productivity, turnaround time, and quality standards
- Communicate with internal teams regarding verification status and issues
- Escalate complex verifications or discrepancies to supervisors when necessary
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1–2 years of experience in background screening, verification services, call center operations, or administrative support preferred
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable making outbound verification calls and sending professional emails
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based systems
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with background screening platforms or HR systems
- Knowledge of employment verification standards and compliance practices
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience.
Company DescriptionReference Services, Inc. is a full-service professional background screening firm located in Evansville, IN. We are proud to be one of the few companies in the entire U.S. to be Nationally Accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. With national clients in all industries, we are committed to delivering the highest quality data, unmatched compliance expertise, and superior customer service.
Company Description
Reference Services, Inc. is a full-service professional background screening firm located in Evansville, IN. We are proud to be one of the few companies in the entire U.S. to be Nationally Accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. With national clients in all industries, we are committed to delivering the highest quality data, unmatched compliance expertise, and superior customer service.