Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Background Screening Solutions for Businesses
Founded in 1996, National Background has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive background screening solutions. Our female-owned and operated company prioritizes integrity, precision, and client-centric service, delivering customized domestic and global screening options tailored to each client's unique needs. With decades of experience in the investigative industry, we specialize in mitigating hiring risks through accurate, secure, and cost-effective processes. Our team's dedication to stability and exceptional customer service ensures personalized support for organizations of all sizes. We empower clients with tools like our Applicant Tracking System and SwiftHire 2.0 platform to streamline hiring workflows.Committed to FCRA compliance, we guide employers through legal responsibilities while maintaining transparency in adverse action procedures. Our partnerships enhance our expertise, ensuring clients receive industry-leading insights. Client testimonials highlight our responsive support, with HR professionals praising our personalized approach over generic responses. We believe in accountability, offering direct access to leadership for any concerns. By combining technological innovation with human expertise, we aim to make background screening efficient, reliable, and aligned with modern workforce demands.
Services
Background Screening
Drug Screening
Instant Criminal Database
Self-Screening
HR Solutions
Applicant Tracking System
SwiftHire 2.0
FCRA Compliance Options
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in background screening since 1996
- Our team provides personalized service with no cookie-cutter responses
- We offer both domestic and global screening solutions
- Our FCRA compliance expertise ensures legal hiring practices
- Clients praise our 10/10 customer service ratings
What people say
Top-notch customer service
Personalized conversation approach
Exceptional service reliability
Highly recommend services
Merit award for support
Services
Background Screening
Our comprehensive background screening services help organizations make informed hiring decisions by verifying candidates' criminal records, employment history, and credentials. We provide accurate, secure, and legally compliant reports tailored to your industry requirements. With both domestic and international coverage, our solutions mitigate risks while maintaining efficiency in the hiring process.
Drug Screening
We offer drug screening services that ensure workplace safety and compliance with industry regulations. Our testing protocols follow standardized procedures for accurate results, supporting employers in maintaining drug-free work environments. The service integrates seamlessly with our overall background check process for comprehensive candidate evaluation.
Instant Criminal Database
Access our instant criminal database for rapid screening results from multiple jurisdictions. This service provides immediate insights into potential hires' criminal histories while maintaining compliance with reporting standards. The database updates regularly to ensure information accuracy and relevance for hiring decisions.
Self-Screening
Our self-screening solution allows applicants to initiate their background checks through secure digital invitations. This mobile-friendly process reduces administrative work by enabling candidates to enter their information directly. Employers receive verified reports while maintaining compliance with FCRA requirements throughout the screening workflow.
HR Solutions
We provide integrated HR solutions including applicant tracking systems and adverse action compliance tools. Our technology streamlines hiring workflows while ensuring legal compliance with federal regulations. These solutions help organizations manage candidate data, track application statuses, and maintain proper documentation throughout the employment screening process.
People
Lori Holmes Grail
Vice President
Lori Holmes Grail leads operations at National Background with over two decades of experience in the investigative industry. She ensures our clients receive efficient, accurate, and secure background screening solutions while maintaining strict compliance with legal standards.
Denise Frantom
Vice President of Finance/HR Director
Denise Frantom manages financial operations and HR functions at National Background. With extensive industry knowledge, she supports clients in understanding compliance requirements while maintaining the company's financial integrity and operational excellence.
Questions
What background screening services do you offer?
We provide criminal record checks, drug screening, instant criminal database access, self-screening options, and comprehensive HR compliance tools tailored to your organization's needs.
How does your self-screening process work?
Applicants receive secure digital invitations to complete their background checks through our mobile-friendly SwiftHire 2.0 platform, reducing administrative work while maintaining FCRA compliance.
Are your reports FCRA compliant?
Yes, we strictly follow FCRA guidelines for adverse action notices and provide all required documentation to ensure legal compliance throughout the screening process.
How quickly do you complete background checks?
Our instant criminal database provides immediate results while other screening services typically complete within standard industry timelines for thorough and accurate reporting.
Can you handle international background checks?
Yes, we offer global screening solutions that provide accurate information across multiple jurisdictions while maintaining compliance with international data privacy regulations.
Reviews (2)
Janel Burns
Feb 03, 2019
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Always responsive to our questions and very quick to respond. Use them for our non-profit dealing with children and they give us great peace of mind! Highly recommend!
Matthew Pirone
Jan 31, 2019
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National Background Investigations has been performing background checks for me for years and have been great to work with. Elaine and Lori are total professionals and have promptly executed the requested searches, as well as advising me on other things to look at and consider. They have earned my full recommendation and trust.
