Company ArcBest Location Fort Smith AR - Old Greenwood Campus Workspace On-Campus Pay Type Hourly Full-Time Job ID 28711 \t Job Description\t The Human Resources HR Background Investigator performs background investigations utilizing all current methods of communication with applicants previous employers employment verification vendors references and others as listed on employment applications and from other sources requiring extensive contact with company personnel and offices in the field. This position also assists in other HR functions as needed. \t Responsibilities\t Perform extensive telephone email and texting work contacting previous employers applicants references and other sources of information.Utilize various internet applications and tools gathering information from employment verification vendors and providers of pre-employment reports such as Motor Vehicle Reports Criminal Reports DOT Safety Performance Reports DOT Clearinghouse Queries The Work Number reports etc.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word that are used to maintain information and to communicate with applicants when written correspondence is required.Effectively utilize the Avature application program and the ABF Background Review program to properly document and maintain regulatory compliance regarding the background process.Understand and utilize the various background related regulations such as DOT regulations for driver applicants the Fair Credit Reporting Act various ban-the-box laws etc.Review documents and files for accuracy and regulatory compliance with high attention to detail.Collaborate extensively with recruiters and hiring managers.Prioritize work to assist in meeting hiring needs and goals.Scan and index documents into Human Resources\ imaging system.Utilize standard office equipment to obtain required information.Assist in other Human Resources functions as needed.Maintain a professional and positive attitude along with a sense of urgency in a highly intense and competitive hiring environment.Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.Other duties and projects as assigned. \t Requirements\t EducationBachelor\s Degree preferredExperienceClerical experience preferredComputer SkillsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite.Additional RequirementsProfessional phone etiquette and data entry skills.CompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationsHR Legal and Regulatory EnvironmentProducing ResultsService Excellence\t Other Details Work HoursGenerally 800 am - 500 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.Travel RequirementsMinimal 0-25CompensationThis is an hourly position paid biweekly.\t About Us ArcBest is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. We offer ground air and ocean transportation through various capacity providers including our LTL carrier ABF Freight our truckload service MoLo and our expedite fleet Panther Premium Logistics. Through our managed solutions we partner with customers to create logistics strategies that increase operational efficiencies reduce costs and give better insights into their supply chains. We also offer moving services through U-Pack. Our technology and innovations team ArcBest Technologies provides custom-built solutions leading-edge technology and advanced analytics that help support our customers and optimize supply chains. Want to join the ArcBest team Wee looking for top talent who supports our values-driven culture and is driven to deliver an excellent customer experience.