Associate 2, Court Runner

About the role

As a Court Specialist/Runner at Accurate Background, you’ll contact courts and other data sources (in person, by phone, or online) to conduct criminal/civil and other record checks for employment background screening reports. Your work ensures complete, accurate, and up-to-date information is obtained and reported within prescribed guidelines and deadlines. You’ll work independently to complete assigned duties and must live within a 20-mile radius of the Oakland County District Court - 4280 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302.

Responsibilities

• Contact courts to request information beyond what is available on public index
• Coordinate the pulling and review of physical court files
• Conduct data processing, skip tracing, file retrieval, result analysis, and other investigative tasks
• Update internal platforms with the information gathered from the courts and other data sources
• Liaison with Records and other departments, as needed, to complete assignments or obtain clarification
• Maintain data security and confidentiality requirements at all times
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years’ work experience (in an office environment), preferred
• Previous experience as a paralegal, law firm assistant, or court records researcher, preferred
• Familiarity with FCRA a plus
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate personal initiative, and exercise sound judgment
• Strong analytical abilities, detail-oriented, and highly organized
• Ability to meet established deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (especially Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Internet research
• Type 45 WPM or greater
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
• Reliable transportation/access to designated court locations
• Live within a 20-mile radius of designated courts

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to and access public courthouse buildings and related government facilities as part of regular job duties
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, including while waiting in lines or during on-site interactions
• Ability to walk variable and, at times, extended distances between parking areas, public transit stops, and courthouse buildings
• Ability to navigate public spaces, including stairs, elevators, security checkpoints, and crowded areas
• Ability to carry or transport work materials (e.g., documents, files, or a laptop) as needed
• Ability to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Pay

The base pay for this position ranges from $18 to $22 an hour. Pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and relevant education and training. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus, commission, or other variable pay plan.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and 401k

Schedule

8:30 am–5:00 pm

The Accurate Way

We offer a fun, fast-paced environment with lots of room for growth and an unwavering commitment to diversity, ensuring everyone has a complete sense of belonging. Our core values guide how we behave:

• Take Ownership: Be accountable for your actions, your team, and the company. Accept responsibility willingly, especially when it’s best for our customers. Give others every reason to trust and believe in you.
• Be Open: Be open to new ideas and inclusive of people and ways of doing things. Communicate with genuineness, transparency, honesty, and respect. Embrace differences.
• Stay Curious: Tirelessly ask questions and challenge the status quo in your pursuit of new ideas, ways to solve problems, and to continually grow and improve.
• Work as One: Work together to create the best customer and workplace experience. Put our customers and employees first—before individual or departmental agendas.