Background Check Specialist

Public Consulting Group•US WI Remote, WI

7d•$46,100 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Public Consulting Group, LLC. is currently seeking a Background Check Specialist. This position will be part of the team responsible for PCG’s federal revenue management for the Wisconsin Department of Children & Families (DCF), the agency that manages foster care and other child welfare activities in Wisconsin. The Background Check Specialist conducts and evaluates criminal history, child abuse/neglect registry, and other screening checks to ensure that individuals such as foster parents, caregivers, or providers meet safety and licensing standards required for working with children. An ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills who is interested in supporting the work of state government and/or human service organizations.

Requirements

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication and client-facing skills.
Process improvement oriented.
Excellent spreadsheet skills.
Strong Microsoft Office applications skills.
Proficient in written and spoken English.
High School Diploma or required relevant experience
1-2 years’ experience in payroll and accounts payable operations or finance, preferably in an automated system environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Runs statewide and Milwaukee County Child abuse or neglect background checks on behalf of in-state and out-of-state governmental agencies.
Populates management reports and dashboards.
Creates and maintains regular and ad hoc reporting as assigned.
Develops schedules to meet deliverable deadlines for all assignments.
Collaborates with management on means of improving efficiency.