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Background Screener

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roofstock logoRoofstock · Lancaster, NY
Full-timeOn-site3w ago
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Responsibilities

  • Process comprehensive tenant and applicant background checks, including criminal, credit, evictions, etc.
  • Review results for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Communicate results professionally with clients and internal teams
  • Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies or complex cases
  • Identify opportunities to improve screening processes, workflows, and turnaround times
  • Support nights and weekend coverage as required by business needs

Requirements

  • We welcome applicants with no prior screening experience who meet the following criteria:
  • Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software quickly
  • Excellent phone and people skills
  • Highly detail-oriented and organized
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to work weekends
  • We are looking for a long-term fit to add to our team. This position offers a structured career path for growth and development.
  • Location
  • This position is classified as onsite, and this person must be located or willing to travel daily to 1821 Como Park Blvd, Lancaster, NY 14086 .

Benefits

$19.00 per hourPay TransparencyCompetitive & Unique Benefits PackageGenerous PTO Policy12 Paid HolidaysVolunteer Time OffPaid Parental Leave401k ProgramWellness and home office/cell phone subsidiesRobust health, dental, vision insurance, and moreMust be authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and we are unable to sponsor H1-B Visas at this time.Commitment to Equal Employment OpportunityHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsParental leave

Additional Information

What we do and why we do it As the leading end-to-end investment platform for single-family rental homes (SFR), our mission is to reinvent the rental housing ecosystem for the benefit of all. We successfully merge our passion for helping investors build wealth through real estate with cutting edge technology that transforms the way they do it. How it's going (and growing) With a talented team of 750+ Roofsters, our collaborative, can-do culture is what fuels our growth. In 2022, we closed on our Series E, raising $240 million, and have offices in the Bay Area and New York City. Our growth includes recent acquisitions of Stessa (financial and asset management software), RentPrep (tenant screening and placement service for landlords), and Mynd (property management platform for both Retail and Institutional investors). In 2025, Roofstock took an ownership stake in Casago (short-term rental management services), expanding our platform to support both long-term and short-term rental investment services. About RentPrep RentPrep is a national tenant screening company with 17 years of experience providing accurate, reliable background checks. We are a technology-driven, e-commerce-based company in Buffalo, NY. Our mission is to help clients protect their communities and investments by delivering high-quality screening services. We are seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Background Screener to join our growing team and make a real impact. Why This Role is Exciting Work in a role that gives access to a world few people get to see-perfect for those interested in law enforcement, private investigation, or helping communities. Directly contribute to client trust and community safety. Be part of a culture of empowerment, where micromanagement is minimal and your work is valued.


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