Background Check Services

NMS Screening & Compliance provides comprehensive background check services designed to support confident hiring, onboarding, and screening decisions while adhering to applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Background Screening Program Overview

Background screening helps organizations assess relevant information about an individual’s history in order to support employment, tenancy, or business decisions. These services are commonly used to help reduce risk, support workplace safety, and promote trust.

All background checks must be conducted for a permissible purpose and in compliance with applicable laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and relevant state and local regulations.

Why Background Checks Matter

A structured background screening program helps organizations:

• Support safe and responsible hiring practices.
• Verify credentials and work history.
• Reduce exposure to negligent hiring or retention claims.
• Meet contractual, regulatory, or industry requirements.
• Promote trust and accountability.

Background checks are widely used across industries, including transportation, healthcare, education, construction, financial services, and property management.

Comprehensive Background Screening Services

NMS Screening & Compliance offers a broad range of background screening services, which may include:

• Criminal History Searches: Searches of available criminal records at the county, state, and federal levels, where permitted by law. Results may include reportable convictions and other legally disclosable information, subject to jurisdictional rules.
• Employment Verification: Verification of prior employment history, including dates of employment, job titles, and positions held, when available from past employers.
• Education Verification: Confirmation of reported degrees, certifications, and attendance at educational institutions.
• Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) & License Verification: Driving record and license status checks for positions involving vehicle operation or safety-sensitive duties.
• Credit History Checks: Credit reports or summaries, where permitted by law and supported by a valid permissible purpose, typically for roles involving financial responsibility.

Available screenings may vary based on location, position, and legal requirements.

Accuracy, Reliability, and Responsible Use

NMS Screening & Compliance prioritizes accuracy and responsible reporting by utilizing reputable data sources, standardized workflows, and quality control measures. Background screening results are presented clearly to support informed decision-making while respecting legal limitations on use and disclosure.

Confidentiality and Legal Compliance

All background checks are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, including:

• Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
• State and local “ban-the-box” and fair chance laws.
• Data privacy and consumer protection requirements.

NMS Screening & Compliance supports compliant disclosure, authorization, and adverse action processes when required.

NMS OnBoard™: Centralized Background Screening Management

NMS Screening & Compliance uses NMS OnBoard™, a cloud-based, mobile-enabled platform that simplifies and centralizes background screening and onboarding workflows.

Key platform features include:

• Real-time status tracking for background checks.
• A single point of entry for multiple screening services.
• Integration with 20+ laboratories, 50+ Medical Review Officers (MROs), and 10,000+ electronically enabled collection sites nationwide.
• Secure access to screening progress and results.

NMS OnBoard™ helps employers maintain visibility, consistency, and efficiency throughout the screening process.

Why Choose NMS Screening & Compliance?

• Comprehensive Screening Options: A wide range of background check services tailored to your needs.
• Regulatory Awareness: Programs aligned with FCRA and applicable state and local laws.
• Centralized Management: One platform for tracking background checks and related services.
• Secure and Confidential: Strong data protection and privacy practices.
• Nationwide Coverage: Screening services are available across the United States.
• Expert Guidance: Support for program setup, compliance, and ongoing screening needs.