Comprehensive Guide to Background Check Packages and Add-ons
When ordering a background check through BackgroundChecks.com, it is essential to select the appropriate package and add-ons to meet your specific requirements for screening. This guide helps you understand the available options, add-ons for additional checks, and any service limitations.
Overview of Packages
1. Professional Package
The Professional Package is ideal for comprehensive screening requirements. It includes checks for:
7-year criminal history
Education and employment verification
County and federal criminal checks
National criminal database
DMV/transportation checks (where applicable)
ID/SSN validation (does not include full consumer credit checks or Social Security Number validations).
To fulfill all listed requirements when additional checks are needed, such as SSN validation or credit checks, these components must be sourced separately as they are not offered in this package. For most US roles requiring credit checks or SSN validations, this step is necessary.
2. Clearhire Complete Package
The Clearhire Complete Package is another comprehensive option. It includes the following checks:
SSN trace
County criminal search
Nationwide criminal search
Sex offender registry search
To add a Federal Criminal Search, simply select it as an add-on during the package selection process. This makes the Clearhire Complete package customizable and suitable for various needs.
3. Complete Report and Professional Package
Both the Complete Report and Professional Package provide county criminal checks aligned with the candidate’s 7-year address history. This ensures thorough coverage of criminal records across multiple jurisdictions.
Add-On Options
Some checks are not included in default packages and must be added separately. Notable add-ons include:
Federal Criminal Search (available during package selection)
Other specialized searches based on organizational or legal requirements
Limitations and External Solutions
While BackgroundChecks.com offers comprehensive packages, certain checks are unavailable:
Social Security Number validation
Consumer credit reports (hard pulls)
Reference checks
International criminal checks
For roles requiring these checks, you will need to source them externally. Contact your HR or compliance team to identify reliable providers for these additional components.
By understanding the available packages and identifying any necessary add-ons or external checks, you can ensure your background screening process is thorough and compliant with your organization's needs.