Disputes Associate

About Checkr
Checkr builds people infrastructure for the future of work. We've designed a faster—and fairer—way to screen job seekers. Established in 2014, Checkr puts modern technology powered by machine learning in the hands of hiring teams, helping to hire great new people with an experience that’s fast, smooth, and safe. Checkr has over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, Lyft, Instacart, and Airtable. 

A career at Checkr means collaborating with brilliant minds, disrupting an industry, and opening channels of employment to often overlooked candidates. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2024 List and is a Y Combinator 2023 Breakthrough Company.

About the team/role

The Disputes Associate plays a central role at Checkr. At Checkr you will join our growing Operations team which ensures the accuracy and efficiency of the background screening process. This operations position requires a candidate with strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to remain calm in stressful situations, acute attention to detail, and a willingness to dive deep into research. You will become part of a hard working, scrappy team creating a new standard of quality in the background screening industry.

What you'll do 

• Process high volume, often repetitive, dispute related tickets. Answering incoming questions from candidates and updating information when necessary, promoting  quality and maximum possible accuracy of background reports
• Review and confirm the details provided by applicants to determine course of action regarding disputes by phone, email, chat, and automation 
• File and resolve Motor Vehicle Record and Non Motor Vehicle Record Disputes through Checkr’s internal dashboard
• Identify errors within the ticket and filing process, effectively communicate opportunities for improvement to management 
• Recognize system bugs or errors and is able to articulate and escalate appropriately
• Maintain daily production and quality KPIs related to dispute processing  
• Work in partnership with court researchers, vendors, law enforcement agencies to investigate disputes with a high level of accuracy
• Contribute to innovation in trust & safety related product and service initiatives

What you will bring

• Candidates with 1+ years of relevant professional experience. Prior experience in risk, fraud, compliance or trust & safety is preferred.
• Research-driven with excellent investigative, critical thinking and customer service skills. An understanding of the judicial process and experience working with penal & vehicle codes and municipal ordinances is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable communicating with law enforcement agencies, court clerks and researchers. Takes ownership and pride in documenting details and actions taken.
• Attention to detail and extremely well organized with proven ability to juggle multiple priorities and work well with deadlines. Ability to make judgment calls -- self-driven and able to thrive while working independently.
• Strong ability to give and receive feedback; ability to actively seek/request feedback from others.
• Process and solution-oriented. Comfortable making decisions and leveraging resources to ensure confidence in doing so.
• Works well under pressure, comfortable in working within time restrictions and deadlines
• Proficiency in computer applications (both offline and internet-based) is required, GSuite and Zendesk (or other ticketing system) experience preferred 

What you get

• A collaborative and fast-moving environment
• Be part of an international company based in the United States
• Learning and development reimbursement allowance
• Competitive compensation and opportunity for professional and personal advancement
• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• Additional vacation benefits of 5 extra days and flexibility to take time off
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

At Checkr, we believe a hybrid work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO, San Francisco, CA, and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 2 to 3 days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch four times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages. 

Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr

Checkr is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all of its tech, non-tech, and leadership roles. Checkr believes that the gathering and celebration of unique backgrounds, qualities, and cultures enriches the workplace.   

Checkr also welcomes the opportunity to consider qualified applicants with prior arrest or conviction records. Checkr’s commitment to diversity extends to hiring talented individuals in spite of a prior criminal history in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.