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Advanced Officer Screening

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Wackenhut requires that all candidates for employment undergo comprehensive screening, to include a full background investigation, before they are accepted for employment. Due to the importance of this process, Wackenhut does not rely on a third-party investigative firm. All background investigations are done by Wackenhut’s own industry-leading Wackenhut National Research Center (WNRC) utilizing the latest technology and the most extensive and experienced research network. Human Resource system safeguards guarantee every new or rehired security officer has been fully vetted prior to post assignment assuring customers of strict compliance with contract requirements.

The background process is conducted in two phases including an identity verification and credit report. Upon successful completion of the initial check, the background investigation process continues with more detailed research including: employment and Education Verification, Criminal Records Check and Driver’s License Check

Applicants that satisfy Wackenhut’s adjudication requirements for the background investigation elements in phase one, move to  the following additional screening as required by the officers service level including: Drug Screen, Physical Examination , Psychological Examination and/or Suitability/Trustworthiness Assessment .

The advanced Background Investigation System is closely integrated with the Human Resource (HR) System. A background investigation for a security officer must first be initiated before the HR system will allow the candidate to be hired or placed on a post. The completed background investigation is electronically stored and is maintained as an element of the employee’s HR record, providing a verifiable audit trail to assure compliance with customer background requirements. Unlike other security companies. Wackenhut does not utilize contingent background approvals, temporarily employing and assigning officers while waiting on the results of the investigation. All officers must pass the investigation including returning employees. Wackenhut customers have an unparalleled confidence level knowing all officers assigned to their site have completed and successfully passed the industry’s most extensive and reliable background investigation. Professionalism with Integrity