Employment Background Check Services — Comprehensive, FCRA-Compliant, Built for Every Industry
From your first hire to your five hundredth — SecureSearch delivers complete, human-validated employment background checks for every role, every industry, and every size organization. County courthouse searches. Alias name matching. Human review of every criminal record. Full FCRA compliance managed for you.
No setup fees. No monthly minimums. No contracts. Most results back same day to two business days. And a real person answers when you call.
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Serving Employers Across Every Industry
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The 5 Reasons Employers Switch to SecureSearch
Whether you are a small business running your first background check or a multi-location company screening hundreds of employees a year, these are the problems we hear every day — and exactly what SecureSearch is built to solve.
⚠ “We used an instant check — and it missed everything.”
Instant database checks don’t search county courthouses — where the vast majority of criminal convictions actually live. They miss alias names, skip federal courts, and return results with zero human review. The record that matters most is often the one they don’t find. SecureSearch searches every county courthouse for every address in the past 7 years, across all known alias names, with human validation of every record found.
⚠ “FCRA compliance terrifies us.”
The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires specific disclosures, written authorization, and a precise pre-adverse and adverse action process before you can act on a background check result. The rules vary by state and city. Most employers don’t know what they don’t know — and the liability is real. SecureSearch’s FCRA-certified Client Advocates guide you through every step so you are never exposed.
⚠ “Our screening process is so slow we lose candidates.”
Lengthy, confusing screening processes cost you candidates. SecureSearch’s SearchMyBackground™ portal puts all data entry on the candidate — you send one email, they complete everything on mobile, and most results are back same day to two business days. Fast enough to keep your pipeline moving.
⚠ “Different managers run different checks — we have no consistency.”
Inconsistent screening across your hiring team is one of the fastest ways to create negligent hiring liability. SecureSearch lets you set role-specific screening packages that run automatically — every hire for every role gets the same thorough, consistent, defensible process every time.
⚠ “We can’t get a real person on the phone when something goes wrong.”
Enterprise background check companies put you in a queue. Chatbots can’t answer FCRA compliance questions. When you have a problem — a disputed record, a confusing result, an adverse action question — you need a knowledgeable person fast. SecureSearch gives every client a dedicated FCRA-certified Client Advocate who knows your account and picks up the phone.
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The Defensible Workplace
Executive Guide to Employment Screening, FCRA Compliance, and Negligent Hiring Risk
By Steve Durie, Founder — SecureSearch
Everything HR professionals and business owners need to build a hiring process that holds up under scrutiny — and keeps your company off the defendant’s table.
“Employers carry a responsibility that goes far beyond a yes or no on a background check. We built SecureSearch so that no organization has to choose between thorough screening and an affordable process — and so that every employer has a real person in their corner when it matters most.”
Steve Durie
Founder & CEO, SecureSearch
Don’t See What You Need?
We offer far more than what’s listed here. If you have a specific screening need — for any role, any industry, any situation — just ask. The answer is probably yes.
Employment Background Check Services — Everything in One Place
SecureSearch offers a complete suite of employment screening services — far beyond the criminal check. Here is everything we can run for your organization. Don’t see something? Just ask.
🔍 Criminal & Identity
- Criminal background check — county, state & national
- National Sex Offender Registry
- SSN Trace / Identity Verification
- National Federal Courts — all 94 districts
- International / global background checks
🎓 Employment & Credentials
- Employment history verification
- Education / degree verification
- Professional license verification
- Reference checks
- Social media screening
🚗 Driving & Drug
- MVR / Motor Vehicle Record
- Drug testing — pre-employment, random & post-incident
- DOT-compliant drug & alcohol testing
🏥 Healthcare & Financial
- OIG / SAM exclusion search
- Healthcare sanctions — state Medicaid exclusion lists
- Credit history / financial background check
📌 Compliance & Ongoing
- E-Verify / I-9 employment eligibility
- Continuous / ongoing employee monitoring
- Custom Recheck — keep screening current over time
- FCRA adverse action guidance — every step
👉 Fingerprint — FL & CA
- Fingerprint-based background checks
- Live Scan fingerprinting — Florida & California
Ask a Client Advocate about availability in your state.
Background Screening Packages for Every Industry
Background check requirements are not the same across industries. A one-size-fits-all approach creates dangerous gaps and unnecessary cost. SecureSearch builds role-specific, industry-appropriate screening packages for every vertical — and your Client Advocate is there to help you think it through.
Healthcare & Senior Care
Criminal + OIG/SAM exclusions + healthcare sanctions + drug testing + license verification. Federal law requires OIG checks for anyone billing Medicare or Medicaid — most providers skip it.
Transportation & Logistics
Criminal + MVR + DOT drug & alcohol testing + federal courts. An MVR alone is not a complete picture for anyone operating a vehicle on your behalf.
Financial Services
Criminal + federal courts + credit history + employment verification. Positions with financial authority require searches that most providers skip entirely.
Retail, Hospitality & Hourly
Fast, affordable criminal + sex offender screening that keeps pace with high-volume hiring without cutting corners on safety or compliance.
Construction & Trades
Criminal + drug testing + MVR for equipment operators. Field workers at customer sites or operating machinery need more than a basic database search.
Technology & Professional Services
Criminal + education verification + employment verification + social media screening. Resume fraud is far more common than most employers realize.
Education & Childcare
Criminal + sex offender registry + federal courts + fingerprint-based checks (FL & CA). Every adult working around children needs the most thorough screening available.
Not sure which searches your roles actually need?
This is one of the most common questions we get — and one of the most important ones to get right. Running the wrong package for a role either leaves dangerous gaps or wastes budget on searches that don’t apply.
Your dedicated Client Advocate is a real person who knows your account — not a call center. They are there to help you think through what you need and answer questions along the way.
What your Client Advocate does for you:
- Helps you identify the right searches for each role
- Answers questions about packages, compliance, and process
- Responds when something comes up — no call queues, no chatbots
- Stays with your account so they actually know your organization
SecureSearch vs. Instant Background Check Services — What the Difference Actually Costs You
Most instant background check services leave dangerous gaps that only become visible when something goes wrong. Here is how SecureSearch protects employers differently — and why it matters when your hiring decision is ever questioned.
| What matters when you hire | Instant / Cheap Services | SecureSearch |
|---|---|---|
| Alias name & full address history searched | ✗ Rarely included | ✓ Every search, always |
| County courthouse criminal searches | ✗ Not included | ✓ Every address, 7 years |
| National Federal Courts — all 94 districts | ✗ Rarely included | ✓ Always available |
| Human validation of every criminal record hit | ✗ Automated only | ✓ Every record, every time |
| Full service suite — drug, MVR, credit, OIG, I-9, international, fingerprint | ✗ Limited add-ons | ✓ All of it, one partner |
| Industry-specific packages built for your roles | ✗ One size fits all | ✓ Every vertical |
| FCRA-certified staff & compliant workflows | ✗ Rarely | ✓ All staff certified |
| Adverse action guidance — step by step | ✗ You’re on your own | ✓ We walk you through it |
| Dedicated Client Advocate — real person, your account | ✗ Chatbot or call queue | ✓ Named advocate, always |
| Setup fees / monthly minimums / contracts | ✗ Often required | ✓ Never. Ever. |
How Employee Background Checks Work With SecureSearch
Getting started takes five minutes. No paperwork, no contracts, no minimums. Most results back same day to two business days.
Open Your Free Account
Five minutes online. No credit card. No contracts. Your dedicated Client Advocate reaches out to help you think through the right package for every role you hire.
Send a Screening Request
Enter a name and email — that is everything your team does. Your candidate receives a secure mobile-friendly link, enters their own information, and signs all FCRA consent forms digitally.
Get a Clear, Validated Report
We handle all verification, human validation, and FCRA compliance. You get a clear, human-reviewed report — and your Client Advocate is there if you have questions about next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions About Employment Background Checks
How long does an employment background check take?
Most searches return same day to two business days. County courthouse searches can take one to three business days depending on the jurisdiction. We communicate ETAs and any court delays proactively — you are never left guessing.
What is the difference between a database check and a county courthouse search?
Database checks scan compiled records — which are often incomplete, outdated, or missing entirely for many counties. A county courthouse search pulls directly from the actual court records where convictions are filed. Most convictions only exist at the county level, which is why database-only checks miss the records that matter most.
What is FCRA compliance and why does it matter for employers?
The Fair Credit Reporting Act governs how employers may use background check results. It requires specific disclosures, written authorization, and a precise pre-adverse and adverse action process before you can deny employment. Violations can result in lawsuits — including class actions. SecureSearch guides you through every step so you are never exposed.
Do you work with small businesses or just large companies?
Both — and everyone in between. There are no minimums, no volume requirements, and no contracts. You can run one background check or a thousand. Our pricing and process work equally well for a 5-person company and a 500-person organization.
Can I run different background check packages for different roles?
Yes — and you should. A delivery driver needs an MVR. A bookkeeper needs a credit check. A healthcare aide needs OIG exclusion screening. SecureSearch lets you build and save role-specific packages so the right searches run automatically every time — no guesswork from your team.
What happens if a background check returns a criminal record?
We walk you through it. FCRA requires a specific process before you can take adverse action based on a background check result. Your dedicated Client Advocate is there to help you understand the next steps — including pre-adverse notice, the candidate dispute period, and final adverse action.
I need something I don’t see listed here. Can you help?
Almost certainly yes. We offer far more services than what’s listed on this page — including specialty searches, international screening, fingerprinting in Florida and California, and industry-specific compliance packages. Speak with a Client Advocate and tell us what you need.
What Employers Say About SecureSearch
“SecureSearch has been an excellent partner for our background checks of all employees. Their system is simple to use, their customer service is the absolute best, and we have referred them many times to other employers in our area.”
“SecureSearch has been wonderful to work with over the years. Their website is self-explanatory and easy to use, the results come back quickly, and if I need another item added to my in-progress search, I can just reach out and they take care of it right away. The customer service team is super responsive to any questions or concerns I have — whether it’s clarification on a result, invoicing, or retrieving something from the archives. They are top notch and I would highly recommend their services to other employers and HR professionals who need reliable fact checking.”
“We are an organization with multiple sites and the ability to run all background checks with a consistent process throughout the United States is amazing. The team has been very helpful and accommodating to adjust processes to better fit our business model and needs. We are excited about our continued partnership with SecureSearch.”
“I wanted to express gratitude for the outstanding customer service and follow-up. You are patient, you explain processes well, and your responses come so quickly. You truly stand out above any company I have dealt with.”
“We switched to SecureSearch from another provider. Trust me, not all background check companies are the same! SecureSearch offers an exceptional product, competitive pricing, and an outstanding customer care experience. If you are thinking about using SecureSearch, do it today — you will be a happy customer.”
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