NTN Background Investigation Services National Testing Network (NTN) has developed a comprehensive background investigations program utilizing national, regional and local investigators that perform investigations virtually/remotely for our agency clients. The program is based on the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) background guidelines. Our network of investigators average over 25 years of law enforcement service including detailed public safety candidate investigations, interview/interrogation techniques, and field/tactical experience for agencies conducting background-checks for both sworn and non-sworn positions. The background investigation services are all-encompassing but can also be customized in an “al a carte” menu to allow cost savings for agencies that might be looking for different levels of investigations depending on department requirements and candidate positions. Click here for program highlights (PDF). Department Support Law Enforcement Fire Sheriff Adult and Juvenile Corrections Emergency Communications Public Transit Other Public Safety Positions Sworn and Non-Sworn Disciplines NTN Detailed Background Process With subject matter experts and proven state agency investigation processes, NTN has developed a comprehensive set of national-level standards for our investigative teams. Information Gathering – Online Candidate Application/PHQ Computerized Criminal History Report (12 categories) Detailed Background Processes Candidate Interviews - virtual/remote Reference Checks / Interviews - virtual/remote Employment Checks / Verifications - virtual/remote Social Media Searches Documents Review (employment/credit/military/taxes, etc.) Home/Neighborhood Visits/Interviews - virtual/remote Family Visits/Interviews - virtual/remote Detailed Final Reporting Assessment and Recommendations Department Benefits We are confident that our team of investigators and support operations staff will deliver the finest end products to support your final selection process. Direct cost savings – internal staff can focus on core competencies. Detailed and clean process creating greater efficiencies and overall more complete backgrounds for quality hires. Streamlined investigations creating timely final reports to meet hiring deadlines. Ability for Fire or other non-law enforcement agencies to customize processes and choose various levels of background investigations. Greater overall candidate satisfaction as we offer dedicated investigators with manageable cases. For information on these services please contact us at backgrounds@nationaltestingnetwork.com.
