A level II background check is a criminal background check and fingerprinting.

Accurate Background, Inc. is a third-party vendor that assists in facilitating Florida International University’s background check process. Human Resources will initiate the background check process for prospective and current employees.

Florida International University has invited you to complete an online Screening Information Form in order to conduct a background check.

Please log into your account to fill out the information or click on the following link: https://myportal.accuratebackground.com/#/security/login/sub/W‐O9LGTTQOr5cY40Kifseg/can/EXXdMl74IXk

Please ensure you have all information necessary to fill out the online Screening Information Form, which may include information like employment and education history, driver’s license or other relevant information, depending on the type of checks performed.

Clicking on the link above will take you to a secure website protected by an encrypted Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). Your browser settings can affect the ability of the link to open a browser window correctly. If the link doesn’t connect properly, copy and paste the URL to a new browser window to access the login page.

If you have any questions, you may contact Accurate Background at

• From within the United States : 1-800-216-8024
• From outside the United States : 001-949-609-0155
• customer_service@accurate.com.

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Level I Background Check can take about a week or more depending on all the locations the candidate/employee has lived

*Level II check can take 24-48 hours

Background investigations will be conducted based on the job-related requirements and consistent with business necessity.
Background Check Policy applies to:

• New hires
• Rehired after a break in service
• Current Administrative or Staff employee being promoted or transferred into a position with required background checks, unless said employee has successfully passed the position-related background checks within the past five (5) years

Pre-employment checks are only conducted on finalist(s)
Positions that require at least a Level I Background Check as new hires:

• Admin/ Staff
• Including, temporary, Student Assistant, and Federal Work Study converting to benefits earning positions
• Faculty
• Adjuncts
• Temporary
• Summer camp employee and volunteer
• Students and Volunteers do not require Level I unless the positions they are being hired into require a Level II, in which case they would require a Level I background check and fingerprints.

Level I Background Check includes (at minimum) checks within the last 7 years:

• Federal, State, and County Criminal information
• Sanctions Screen (Global Watch)
• Education
• Employment verification
• SSN Trace
• National Sex Offender search

Depending on position requirements you may also need:

• Drug testing
• Credit Check
• Motor Vehicle Check
• Professional License Check

Level II Background Check includes a background check and fingerprint check, which has no maximum amount of years

• Includes searches from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) database

Division of Human Resources – Talent Acquisition and Management

• Fingerprint appointments can be scheduled by going to fieldprintflorida.com. There are hundreds of locations nationwide that can be searched on their website.

Please make sure you have the specific fingerprint code you were provided, prior to making an appointment.

Current employees and volunteers who are moving positions/roles, or are having a change to their Job Code, Department, or Position Number, or are gaining additional duties require a Background Check and may need to complete a new Background Check in accordance with policy.

Please note: Motor Vehicle check is completed every 2 years if you drive on behalf of the University as part of your job duties. Please refer to University Vehicles-Record Keeping/Review and Operating Requirements

All positions being rehired requiring background checks are required to have new background checks completed if they are:

• Terminated in PantherSoft for a year or more
• Summer Camps 90 days or more

If a criminal history background check reveals any criminal history, Human Resources will examine the results and make a final determination as to clearing the candidate to begin employment. The existence of criminal history does not automatically disqualify individuals from employment.

Each case will be reviewed on its own merit with respect to the factors outlined on the report, court documents and personal statement; however, any false answers, statements, or omissions made on the employment application may be grounds for rejection as a candidate for employment or immediate discharge, if employed.

A Level II Background Check is required for positions when mandated under applicable federal or state law or when designated based on University policy, duties of the position, or in compliance with grants and/or contractual requirements.

Administrative/Staff:
Yes. All candidates considered as finalist for an Administrative and Staff position, at a minimum, be subject to a reference check, a criminal background check, and any other checks required by law. Depending on the particular position sought, prospective candidates may be required to undergo additional background checks including, without limitation: license verification and more in-depth criminal background checks which includes fingerprinting, Drug testing, Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Check, and Professional License Check

Temporary:
Yes. All candidates considered as finalist for a Temporary appointment will, at a minimum, be subject to a reference check, a criminal background check, and any other checks required by law. Depending on the particular position sought, prospective candidates may be required to undergo additional background checks including, without limitation: license verification and more in-depth criminal background checks which includes fingerprinting.

Federal Work Study/Student Assistant/Graduate Study:
Yes. Background checks on student employees are conducted if the job description requires the following:

• Working directly with and/or residing with minors and/or vulnerable persons.
• Handling/managing cash, checks, cash transactions, gift cards, debit/credit cards, and/or cash equivalent.
• Information technology (IT) related functions.
• Driving on behalf of the university (MVR Check only).
• Those working in the Athletics Department who travel with students to events.
• Working within museums.
• Those working in the Office of Financial Aid, One Stop, or Office of the Registrar (Title IV access).
• Special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location.