Background Check Consultant
University of North Carolina
- North Carolina
- $42,792-64,994 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.Required Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperiencePrevious experience in human resources, preferably in the employment and staffing area. Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) background check guidelines and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) regulations. Prior demonstrated experience working on small to large projects. Prior administrative experience, including high volume data entry. Previous customer service experience. Demonstrated experience analyzing data and developing complex and comprehensive documents, reports, and spreadsheets using pivot tables, formulas and formatting. Intermediate experience and knowledge using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Prior experience managing data in Access databases (i.e., running queries and exporting data) as well as creating and editing presentations in PowerPoint. Experience with drafting correspondence and calendaring meetings. Previous experience developing policies, procedures and reference materials.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with concurrent deadlines. Must be able to provide excellent service to multiple internal and external clients. Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and meet stringent deadlines. Must have strong time management, organization, work ethic, attention-to-detail and accuracy. Ability to understand and conduct complex oral and written instructions, and to express oneself clearly and concisely. Ability to conduct a thorough analysis of data from multiple sources and determine accuracy, consistency as well as identify and address discrepancies.Must be able to function as part of a team in a deadline-driven, high-volume environment. Must have demonstrated experience maintaining the confidentiality of highly sensitive information. Must have the ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, ensuring confidentiality at all times. Must be able to securely manage and retain records. Position requires considerable judgment to determine what information is relevant and what follow-up is needed. Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions, and to express oneself clearly and concisely, in oral and written form. Ability to reconcile vendor invoices. Excellent oral and written communication skills and basic math skills required. Must be able to create training content including PowerPoint slides, computer-based training videos with voiceovers and resource materials (e.g., desk references and quick reference cards) and manage user profiles in the university learning management system. Must have prior experience facilitating in-person and virtual individual and group training sessions. Must have prior experience creating and conducting presentations to leadership as well as small and large campus groups. Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork experience.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperiencePrior human resources experience in the areas of employment and/or recruitment in a large and complex organization. Prior experience managing and interpreting background check results. Previous experience researching best practices. Prior experience with compliance reporting and accounting/billing activities. Prior experience working with the EEOC background check guidelines and Fair Credit Reporting Act. Prior experience conducting performance reviews. Advanced level experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Experience developing and managing requests for proposals (RFPs). Prior experience with HRIS systems. Prior experience with university applications such as PeopleSoft, Carolina Talent (Cornerstone Learning), InfoMart WebASAP, and InfoPorte. Prior experience in a fast-paced higher education or public sector setting.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
- Ability to sit/stand at a desk/computer for extended periods of time.
- Ability to inspect, review and record information from a variety of documents.
- Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Ability to deal with people under adverse circumstances.
- Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information.
- Ability to complete routine forms, use existing form letters and conduct routine written and/or verbal communication.
- Ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and/or interruptions.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions.
- Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations.
- Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy.
- Ability to perform in situations requiring speed or meeting deadlines.
- Ability to work as an integral part of a team.
Special Instructions
Quick LinkPosting Contact InformationDepartment Contact Name and Title Debbie Cross, HR Coordinator
Department Contact Telephone or Email debbie_cross@unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.