Global Operations Specialist II
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Salary$45k – $50k
LocationRemote (United States)
Work moderemote
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentBackground, Screening, & Verifications- Legacy
Company size4+ people
First seenOct 16, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live15h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
2–4+ years of hands-on background screening experience, in a Consumer Reporting Agency or comparable screening operation
Working knowledge of FCRA, background screening verification processes, and quality standards
Experience handling escalations, client communications, or complex workflows
Demonstrated ability to operate as a senior contributor within an operations team
Strong understanding of compliance-driven operational environments and comfort working in fast-paced, regulated workflows
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent communication skills and sound professional judgment
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage ambiguity
Ability to identify trends and escalate appropriately
Ability to influence peers through guidance and knowledge sharing
Ability and desire to communicate and collaborate with team members via chat and webcam
PBSA Certification
Experience working with distributed teams, including international resources
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Reliable, secure high-speed internet connection; cable or fiber (minimum 75 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload) preferred
Dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free, with a strong wireless or wired Ethernet connection
Valid physical address (PO Boxes not supported)
H-1B Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short term disability
Employee assistance program
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Volunteer PTO
Impact and Outcomes
Responsibilities
• Stabilizes quality performance through proactive oversight and exception management
• Reduces error rates by resolving complex background screening cases accurately and efficiently
• Strengthens monitoring and accountability across operational teams
• Identifies trends and recurring issues, escalating appropriately to Compliance and leadership
• Improves client satisfaction by effectively managing sensitive or high-risk communications
• Contributes to continuous improvement of workflows and compliance adherence
Key Responsibilities
• Complex Case and Exception Management
◦ Manage escalated orders, complex verifications, and exception cases in background screening workflows
◦ Apply advanced knowledge of background screening verification processes, FCRA and compliance standards, and quality controls
◦ Serve as a point of contact for high-risk or sensitive client and internal communications
• Quality Oversight and Coaching
◦ Conduct targeted quality reviews and assist with remediation planning
◦ Support monitoring efforts related to global operations team performance and quality reviews
◦ Provide guidance and informal coaching to frontline Operations Specialists
• Trend Analysis and Compliance Escalation
◦ Identify recurring issues or performance trends and escalate findings to Compliance and Operations leadership
◦ Analyze operational data to recommend workflow enhancements and error reduction strategies
• Collaboration and Process Documentation
◦ Collaborate with Compliance, Product, Implementations, and Customer Support to resolve operational gaps
◦ Maintain and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure clarity and consistency
Key Challenges and Problem Solving
• Managing escalated or high-risk cases requiring sound professional judgment
• Navigating ambiguity in complex verifications and exception handling
• Balancing SLA performance with increased scrutiny on quality and compliance
• Identifying root causes behind recurring operational issues
• Maintaining consistency in standards across teams
• Communicating effectively with clients and internal partners on sensitive matters
What Success Looks Like in 6 Months
• Escalated and complex background screening cases are resolved accurately and within SLA, with minimal rework
• Frontline Operations Specialists are turning to the Specialist II for guidance and are showing measurable quality improvement
• Recurring issues and trends are being identified, documented, and escalated to Compliance and leadership with clear root-cause analysis
• Targeted quality reviews are on a consistent cadence, with remediation plans tracked to completion
• SOPs touched by this role are current, clear, and in active use
Qualifications
• 2–4+ years of hands-on background screening experience, in a Consumer Reporting Agency or comparable screening operation (required)
• Working knowledge of FCRA, background screening verification processes, and quality standards
• Experience handling escalations, client communications, or complex workflows
• Demonstrated ability to operate as a senior contributor within an operations team
• Strong understanding of compliance-driven operational environments and comfort working in fast-paced, regulated workflows
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent communication skills and sound professional judgment
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage ambiguity
• Ability to identify trends and escalate appropriately
• Ability to influence peers through guidance and knowledge sharing
Preferred Qualifications
• PBSA Certification
• Experience working with distributed teams, including international resources
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Remote Work Requirements
• Reliable, secure high-speed internet connection; cable or fiber (minimum 75 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload) preferred
• Dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free, with a strong wireless or wired Ethernet connection
• Valid physical address (PO Boxes not supported)
• Ability and desire to communicate and collaborate with team members via chat and webcam
Legal
• H-1B Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role
The pay range for this position is $40,000 – $50,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.
ClearStar, Inc. welcomes applications from candidates located in the following states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Lousiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
ClearStar is an equal opportunity employer. This description reflects the general nature and level of work assigned to this role and is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties or qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits
Exciting and meaningful learning and development opportunities await at ClearStar! Join us on a journey of discovery and empowerment - where every opportunity is a steppingstone to success and growth. This position is also eligible for excellent benefits that include paid healthcare and life insurance premiums, low-cost dental and vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance and a company-paid Short-Term Disability policy, employee assistance program, 401(k) matching up to 4%, time off, 9 company paid holidays, and 2 additional days of paid time off for volunteer activities.
The position is eligible for the Searching for Stars Employee Referral Program**.**
About the company
ClearStar, Inc. is a 30-year leader in background and medical screening technology, and our Global Operations team delivers accurate, compliant, and timely background screening results for clients around the world. The Global Operations Specialist II is an advanced operational resource responsible for managing complex workflows, escalated cases, and high-risk verifications while strengthening quality oversight and operational consistency.
This role bridges frontline processing and leadership by applying advanced operational judgment, supporting quality stabilization efforts, and reinforcing compliance standards. The Specialist II also coaches frontline Operations Specialists and contributes to stronger oversight of distributed teams, including international resources. Because this role works directly with FCRA-regulated screening processes, hands-on background screening experience is required; this is not an entry point into the industry.
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