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Professional Background Investigation Services
Universal Security Guard Association (USGA) provides thorough background investigation services designed to verify employment history, criminal records, and personal integrity, ensuring you make informed hiring decisions with confidence across U.S..
Our investigative team combines advanced database research with boots-on-the-ground verification methods to uncover comprehensive information about prospective employees, contractors, and business partners. We understand that every organization faces unique security challenges, which is why we custom tailor each investigation to meet your specific requirements and compliance obligations.
Hiring decisions carry significant consequences for any organization. A single oversight in the screening process can expose your business to liability risks, workplace safety concerns, and reputational damage that takes years to repair. Since 2017, USGA has delivered fast, compliant background screening solutions to private sector businesses and government entities across United States.
Why Background Investigations Are Critical for Your Business
The modern hiring landscape presents complex challenges that extend far beyond reviewing a resume and conducting interviews. Employment fraud, credential misrepresentation, and undisclosed criminal histories have become increasingly sophisticated issues that can compromise workplace security and organizational integrity. Background investigations serve as your first line of defense against potential threats before they enter your organization.
Pre-employment screening helps identify discrepancies in work history, education claims, and professional credentials that might otherwise go undetected. Criminal background checks reveal patterns of behavior that could pose risks to employees, customers, or sensitive company assets. Reference verification provides authentic insights into a candidate’s character, work ethic, and reliability from previous supervisors and colleagues who have direct experience working with them.
Financial institutions, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and security service providers operate under strict regulatory frameworks that mandate thorough background screening processes. USGA’s investigative services ensure your organization remains compliant with federal, state, and industry-specific requirements while protecting your business from negligent hiring liability.
Our Services
Comprehensive Background Investigation Services USGA Offers
Employment History Verification
Our investigators contact previous employers directly to confirm dates of employment, job titles, responsibilities, and reasons for departure. We verify salary information when authorized and identify gaps in employment history that require additional scrutiny. This process reveals exaggerations or fabrications that commonly appear on resumes and job applications.
Criminal Records Screening
USGA conducts multi-jurisdictional criminal background checks that search federal, state, and county court records for felony and misdemeanor convictions, pending charges, arrest records, and outstanding warrants. We examine sex offender registries, terrorist watch lists, and other relevant databases to provide comprehensive criminal history reports. Our team understands the legal requirements surrounding criminal records disclosure and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) compliance.
Education and Credential Verification
We authenticate academic degrees, professional licenses, and specialized certifications by contacting issuing institutions directly. Diploma mills and fake credentials have proliferated online, making independent verification essential. Our investigators confirm graduation dates, degree types, majors, and professional accreditations to ensure candidates possess the qualifications they claim
Professional Reference Checks
USGA contacts references provided by candidates and conducts supplemental reference checks with individuals not listed on applications. Our trained interviewers ask targeted questions designed to elicit honest assessments of work performance, reliability, interpersonal skills, and integrity. We identify red flags that might not surface during formal interviews.
Social Media and Digital Footprint Analysis
Public social media profiles and online activity often reveal information relevant to employment decisions. Our investigators conduct compliant digital screening that examines publicly available information for concerning behavior patterns, discriminatory statements, or activities that could reflect negatively on your organization. We maintain strict adherence to privacy laws and anti-discrimination regulations throughout this process.
Financial Background Investigations
For positions involving financial responsibility or access to sensitive assets, USGA conducts credit history reviews and financial stability assessments. Indicators of financial distress can signal increased vulnerability to theft, fraud, or bribery. We evaluate bankruptcy filings, tax liens, judgments, and credit patterns while respecting legal protections around credit report usage.
Government Security Clearance Support
Organizations contracting with federal agencies often require employees who hold or can obtain security clearances. USGA assists with the background investigation process required for clearance applications, including detailed personal history documentation, reference interviews, and comprehensive lifestyle assessments. We understand the stringent requirements of government security clearances and help candidates navigate this complex process.
Our Coverage Areas
3710 Rawlins St., Suite 1420, Dallas, TX 75219
260, Peachtree Street Northwest, Five Points, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303
Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee
321 S Boston Ave Suite 300 Tulsa, OK, 74103
919 E Main St Suite 1000 Richmond, VA, 23219
4208 Six Forks Rd Suite 1000Raleigh, North Carolina, 27609
137 National Plaza Suite 300 National Harbor, MD, 20745
15 Heartly Road, Parsons Hill Houston, Texas, 77002
1050 Connecticut Ave NW #500
Washington, DC, 20036
Pembrook Dr #300 Orlando, Florida, 33810
Conyers, Rockdale County, Georgia
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Protect Your Organization with Professional Background Screening
Every hiring decision represents an investment in your organization’s future and a potential risk to your existing operations. Thorough background investigations provide the due diligence necessary to make informed employment decisions that protect your people, assets, and reputation.
Universal Security Guard Association brings proven investigative expertise, regulatory knowledge, and responsive client service to every background screening engagement. Whether you need comprehensive pre-employment investigations, ongoing personnel screening programs, or specialized government contractor vetting, USGA delivers reliable results you can trust.
Contact our investigative services team today to discuss your background investigation requirements. We’ll develop a screening solution tailored to your organization’s unique needs and compliance obligations.
Every hiring decision represents an investment in your organization’s future and a potential risk to your existing operations. Thorough background investigations provide the due diligence necessary to make informed employment decisions that protect your people, assets, and reputation.
Universal Security Guard Association brings proven investigative expertise, regulatory knowledge, and responsive client service to every background screening engagement. Whether you need comprehensive pre-employment investigations, ongoing personnel screening programs, or specialized government contractor vetting, USGA delivers reliable results you can trust.
Contact our investigative services team today to discuss your background investigation requirements. We’ll develop a screening solution tailored to your organization’s unique needs and compliance obligations.
Our Security Guard Clients
Industries We Serve Across USA
Security Service Providers
Security guard companies must conduct thorough background investigations on all personnel before deployment. USGA provides expedited screening services specifically designed for the security industry, ensuring candidates meet licensing requirements and possess the integrity necessary for protective services roles.
Healthcare Facilities and Hospitals
Medical centers, nursing homes, and healthcare organizations face unique risks related to patient safety and regulatory compliance.
Financial Institutions and Banking
Banks, credit unions, investment firms, and insurance companies require extensive background screening to protect customer assets and sensitive financial information.
Educational Institutions
Schools, colleges, universities, and after-care programs bear responsibility for student safety and welfare.
Corporate Offices and Businesses
Companies across all industries benefit from thorough employee screening programs.
Construction and Industrial Sites
Construction companies, manufacturing facilities, and industrial operations require reliable employees who can access work sites safely and responsibly.
Government Contractors
Organizations serving federal, state, and local government clients must meet strict contractor personnel screening requirements. USGA understands government security protocols and provides investigation services aligned with agency-specific mandates and security clearance prerequisites.
Residential Communities and Homeowner Associations
Property management companies and HOAs employ maintenance staff, security personnel, and contractors who access private residences. Background investigations protect residents by verifying the trustworthiness of individuals with access to homes and community facilities.
The USGA Difference
What Sets Our Investigations Apart
Speed Without Compromising Accuracy
USGA delivers comprehensive background investigation reports quickly while maintaining the thoroughness necessary to uncover all relevant information.
Compliance-First Approach
Our team stays current with evolving legal requirements and ensures every investigation meets applicable compliance standards, protecting your organization from discrimination claims and legal challenges.
Customized Investigation Protocols
USGA works with clients to develop customized background screening programs that address specific security concerns, compliance obligations, and business requirements. .
Licensed Investigators with Field Experience
Our background investigation team consists of licensed private investigators with law enforcement backgrounds and corporate security experience.
Transparent Reporting and Client Communication
We remain available throughout the screening process to answer questions, explain report contents, and provide guidance on how to evaluate investigation results within legal hiring frameworks.
Technology-Enhanced Investigation Methods
We integrate multiple data sources to create comprehensive candidate profiles that reveal information scattered across various jurisdictions and record systems.
Speed Without Compromising Accuracy
USGA delivers comprehensive background investigation reports quickly while maintaining the thoroughness necessary to uncover all relevant information.
Compliance-First Approach
Our team stays current with evolving legal requirements and ensures every investigation meets applicable compliance standards, protecting your organization from discrimination claims and legal challenges.
Customized Investigation Protocols
USGA works with clients to develop customized background screening programs that address specific security concerns, compliance obligations, and business requirements. .
Licensed Investigators with Field Experience
Our background investigation team consists of licensed private investigators with law enforcement backgrounds and corporate security experience.
Transparent Reporting and Client Communication
We remain available throughout the screening process to answer questions, explain report contents, and provide guidance on how to evaluate investigation results within legal hiring frameworks.
Technology-Enhanced Investigation Methods
We integrate multiple data sources to create comprehensive candidate profiles that reveal information scattered across various jurisdictions and record systems.
FAQ
Background Investigation Services FAQ
Criminal background checks reveal felony and misdemeanor convictions, pending criminal charges, arrest records, incarceration history, sex offender registry listings, and outstanding warrants. The specific records accessible vary by jurisdiction, as some states limit reporting of certain offenses or older convictions. USGA conducts searches across all relevant jurisdictions where candidates have lived, worked, or attended school.
Basic background checks typically involve automated database searches of criminal records and employment history. Comprehensive background investigations include these automated searches plus direct verification contacts with previous employers, detailed reference interviews, credential authentication, and investigator analysis. USGA provides both streamlined background checks for lower-risk positions and thorough investigations for sensitive roles requiring deeper scrutiny.
Certain industries face mandatory background screening requirements. Healthcare facilities must screen employees with patient access, financial institutions must verify personnel backgrounds, childcare providers must conduct criminal checks on staff members, and security companies must investigate guard candidates. Beyond legal mandates, background investigations represent prudent business practice that helps organizations avoid negligent hiring liability and workplace security risks
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