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Background Screening Services for Government Agencies and Departments

Employers Choice Screening provides comprehensive background screening services to government agencies such as City, County, and State-run departments alike. We provide customized package options, competitive pricing options to meet your budget, multiple ordering options to meet your daily workflow, batch ordering and ATS integration capabilities, and advanced screening tools that help streamline your hiring process to reduce time-to-hire and manage your background screening process through completion. ECS ensures full compliance with all requirements and regulations that govern pre-employment screening, keeping your agency informed of all law updates and best practices related to background screening directly through our online platform.

Employers Choice Screening has more than five (5) years of experience providing Background Screening Services to government agencies and departments through formal and informal bidding and can customize a background screening program that meets your specific scope of work, insurance coverage, and hiring requirements.

Contact Us today to learn how Employers Choice Screening can help you effectively screen your government employees, contractors, and volunteers. Our experienced sales team is available to discuss which Background Check screening package is right for you.

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Recommended Government Agency / Department Option Packages

Employees / Contractors

  • Social Security Number Address Trace & Validation
  • County Criminal Record Search – 7 Year History
  • Federal Criminal Record Search
  • National Criminal Record Database Search
  • Sex Offender Registry Search
  • Sanctions Search
  • Drug Test
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  • I-9 & E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification
  • Pre-Employment Assessment Testing
  • International Criminal Record Search
  • International Employment / Education Verification
  • Professional Reference Check
  • Employment Verification
  • Social Media Check
  • Criminal Record Monitoring

Driving Positions

  • Social Security Number Address Trace & Validation
  • County Criminal Record Search – 7 Year History
  • Federal Criminal Record Search
  • National Criminal Record Database Search
  • Sex Offender Registry Search
  • Sanctions Search
  • Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
  • Employment Verification
  • DOT Employment Verification
  • Drug Test
  • Occupational Health Screening Services
Recommended Service:
  • I-9 & E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification
  • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Monitoring & Recertification
  • Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP)
  • Commercial Drivers License Information System records (CDLIS) Instant Driving Records
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Financial Positions

  • Social Security Number Address Trace & Validation
  • County Criminal Record Search – 7 Year History
  • Federal Criminal Record Search
  • National Criminal Record Database Search
  • Sex Offender Registry Search
  • Sanctions Search
  • Credit Report
  • Drug Test
Recommended Service:
  • I-9 & E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification
  • International Criminal Record Search
  • International Employment / Education Verification
  • Professional Reference Check
  • Employment Verification
  • Education Verification
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Volunteers

  • Social Security Number Address Trace & Validation
  • County Criminal Record Search – Current County of Residence
  • National Criminal Record Database Search
  • Sex Offender Registry Search
  • Sanctions Search
Recommended Service:
  • Continuous Criminal Monitoring
  • Employment Verification
  • Badging Services
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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What are government background screening services?
Government background screening services involve thorough, multi-level evaluations of individuals applying for public-sector positions. These checks typically include verification of criminal records, employment history, education credentials, and financial background. The purpose is to safeguard national security, protect sensitive data, and uphold public confidence by confirming each candidate’s reliability, integrity, and suitability for positions of trust.
Most agencies require identity verification, criminal record searches (county, state, and federal), sex-offender registry checks, sanctions searches, and employment or education verifications. For driving or financial roles, additional checks like motor vehicle reports and credit reports may be required.
Modern screening platforms allow integration with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and support bulk or batch ordering. This automation saves time, ensures consistency, and streamlines large-scale hiring for public agencies.
Failing to conduct thorough background checks in government hiring can lead to significant financial losses due to theft or fraud, expose agencies to legal liability from negligent hiring claims, and damage public trust by allowing unqualified or unreliable individuals to enter positions of responsibility.
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