EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION

Accelerate Hiring with Intelligent, Automated Employment Checks

Stop chasing phone numbers and waiting on delayed callbacks.

Our Virtual Researcher technology verifies work histories through automated
checks supported by expert review and delivers results 30% faster. Each
verification follows transparent FCRA compliant workflows designed to
maintain accuracy and keep your pipeline moving without delays.

WHY IT'S BETTER

Automated “Virtual Researcher” Engine

Start verifications immediately instead of waiting for business hours.
Our digital engine launches verification requests as soon as an order is placed. It works nights, weekends, and holidays to accelerate turnaround and remove traditional bottlenecks.

  • Multi-Channel Outreach: Reaches employers through email and SMS for faster response rates compared to phone-based outreach.
  • Secure Data Collection: Verifiers submit information through a secure, mobile-responsive link that standardizes results and eliminates illegible faxed or scanned responses.

Mobile-First Candidate Experience

Reduce applicant friction and speed up review cycles. Our mobile-native portal lets candidates enter their information, sign release forms, and upload W-2s or diplomas directly from their smartphone, keeping your process moving.

Gap Analysis & Risk Mitigation

Identify employment gaps earlier in the process so reviews can begin sooner.rnOur system parses work history and flags unexplained gaps based on your tolerance settings (such as 30, 60, or 90 days), giving your team a faster path to decision-ready files.

HOW IT WORKS
A Faster Simpler Verification Workflow

GCheck streamlines every stage of employment verification to cut turnaround times. Candidates complete requirements quickly, and our system handles the rest. This keeps your hiring pipeline moving smoothly at scale.

Quick Invite

Enter the candidate’s name and email. We send a branded invitation instantly

Data Ingress

The candidate submits their PII and employment history directly through our secure portal, ensuring data accuracy.

Automated Dispatch

Our engine identifies the employer and attempts digital verification or routes the request to the right integration (e.g., The Work Number).

Real Time Tracking

View status updates in real-time as our “Auto-Assigner” optimizes workflow to ensure no file sits stagnant.

Why Speed in Screening Starts With Compliance for Good™

Modern teams want hiring that is both fast and fair. GCheck verifies work history with documented accuracy so you can accelerate your pipeline without compromising compliance. This reduces risk, strengthens consistency, and supports fair, transparent evaluation for every candidate.

Fast and Flexible Screening

GCheck adapts to industry-specific requirements across healthcare, staffing, nonprofit, education, and enterprise hiring. Our workflows deliver reliable 24 to 48 hour turnaround while maintaining accuracy and compliance, giving you fast and dependable screening at scale.

Intelligent Vendor and Data Routing

We automatically route searches to the best vendor based on jurisdiction and cost, and connect directly to major employment databases for instant verification. This speeds up results and ensures data is sourced from the most reliable channels available.

FCRA Aligned Employment Verification

GCheck blends digital speed with detailed human review to produce accurate, audit-ready reports. Each verification provides employment history, discrepancies, and contextual insight to support transparent, compliant, and defensible hiring decisions.

Mobile First Candidate Experience

Reduce friction for applicants and accelerate cycle times. Candidates enter their information, sign release forms, and upload W-2s or diplomas directly from their smartphone through our mobile-native portal, keeping your process moving smoothly.

Seamless HR System Integration

Connect GCheck to your ATS or HRIS, including Workday, Taleo, Greenhouse, and iCIMS. Order, track, and manage verifications from one place with full reporting visibility. This simplifies operations and keeps your hiring pipeline organized without interruption.

Compliance Automation and Risk Mitigation

Automated adverse action workflows, electronic I-9s, and E-Verify submission reduce manual effort and help maintain full FCRA compliance. Our system also flags unexplained employment gaps based on your tolerance settings, giving your team faster access to decision-ready files.

Trust & Compliance

Compliance In Every Workflow

Navigating complex employment laws is standard for GCheck.rnOur platform strengthens compliance across every verification through:nn* Granular Role-Based Security: Users only see the information they’re authorized to view.rn* Full Audit Trails: Every click, status update, and document upload is timestamped and logged.rn* CBSV Integration: Direct Consent-Based Social Security Verification for the highest level of identity assurance.

COMMON CONCERNS ANSWERED See How Our Approach Supports Compliance and Consistency

Why is it important to verify employment history?

Verifying employment history helps employers make informed and compliant hiring decisions. It confirms whether a candidate’s job titles, dates, and responsibilities match what they claim and supports fair evaluation. It also reduces hiring risks by identifying possible discrepancies early in the process and helps protect your organization from avoidable mistakes. GCheck provides clear, documented verification that supports accurate and consistent hiring workflows.

What information is included in employment history verification?

Employment verification typically confirms details provided by previous employers or official records. This often includes employment dates, job titles, employment status, and basic role information when available. Some employers may also share eligibility for rehire or reason for leaving, while salary information is only included when legally permitted and provided by the employer. GCheck combines direct outreach and trusted database checks to give you clear and organized insight into a candidate’s work history.

What are the limitations of verifying an employment history?

Verification results depend on employer records and responsiveness. Some organizations provide only dates and titles, while others may have limited or outdated information. Contract work, freelance roles, or international employment may require additional steps or may not follow standard verification practices. Privacy regulations and salary history restrictions can also limit what information is shared. GCheck helps address these challenges through multi-source checks, persistent outreach, and clear documentation of what can be verified.

How do employment verification services work?

Employment verification starts when a candidate authorizes the check as part of a compliant hiring process. The verification service reviews the candidate’s job history and contacts employers or approved databases to confirm the information. Verified details are organized into a report that highlights what was confirmed and any differences from what was provided. When verification findings may affect a hiring decision, the process supports required steps such as pre-adverse and adverse action. GCheck streamlines this workflow with efficient outreach, database access, and clear documentation for hiring teams.

What are the employment verification laws?

Employment verification is shaped by federal and state laws that promote fairness, accuracy, and privacy in the hiring process. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, employers follow specific steps when using third-party verification services, including providing disclosure, obtaining written authorization, and following proper adverse action procedures when needed. Some states also limit what information can be verified, such as previous compensation. GCheck supports compliance with these requirements through structured workflows, required forms, and clear documentation.

Are there penalties for non compliance?

Non-compliance can lead to financial penalties, legal exposure, and reputational risk. This may include statutory damages under the FCRA, increased scrutiny from regulators, or challenges related to improper disclosure or authorization practices. Employers also face potential hiring risks when verification steps are incomplete or inconsistent. GCheck helps reduce compliance risk by supporting required documentation, authorization, and adverse action steps in a structured and consistent workflow.

What are common challenges in the employment verification process?

Common challenges include slow or non-responsive employers, limited information sharing, outdated records, or documentation gaps for freelance or contract roles. International verification can also require additional time due to language differences or local regulations. Some employers only confirm essential details such as dates and titles, which may limit available context. GCheck addresses these challenges with multi-channel outreach, supplemental database checks, international support, and clear communication with candidates when clarification is needed.

How does the Fair Credit Reporting Act relate to employment verification?

The FCRA sets standards for how employment verification is conducted when a third-party service is used. It outlines important candidate rights and employer responsibilities, including written authorization, proper disclosure, reasonable procedures for accuracy, and a structured process when verification results may affect hiring decisions. It also supports a candidate’s ability to review and dispute information in a verification report. GCheck aligns its workflows with these requirements and provides documentation that helps maintain a compliant hiring process.

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