Palomar Research Services

WHO WE ARE

Palomar Research Services LLC (“PRS”) is a nationwide provider of background investigations for private sector and special district employers. Our people are well trained and have many years of experience conducting online and in-person record research. With a focus on lawful, expedient and thorough procedures, we bring a high level of service to each client. Our diligence and timeliness clearly sets us apart from others in the industry.

Because many public and private databases contain incomplete (and sometimes inaccurate) information, PRS is committed to verifying data at its source. We believe that in today’s litigious climate, employers and employees alike require reliable results. Our mission is to promptly provide those results, and to always keep our clients fully informed.

CUSTOM PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

The scope of a check should be driven by the job, duties, and other factors. Potential applicants for an executive accounting or information technology role usually require a more rigorous pre-employment screening than that of an employee with far less responsibility. Research has revealed that one’s past behavior can be indicative of their future conduct. There certainly are exceptions, but pre-employment screenings empower a company to make informed choices.

Other items to consider:

Select a state-licensed agency whose staff understands and abides by the rules
The internet is abundant with thousands of providers, but upon closer inspection, many are neither licensed, nor qualified, nor insured
Have a good grasp of relevant federal and state laws
An employment attorney should review all hiring (and termination) documents

In the best interest of a business, it’s important to note that applicants with problematic backgrounds often actively seek-out employers who do not utilize background investigators. Also aligned with this business philosophy is to never accept a resume in lieu of a completed employment application. Resumes are a preliminary indicator of one’s (alleged) qualifications, but it is the pre-employment screening which validates the information.

RESEARCH SERVICES

Driving Records

Aside from the need to screen DMV records for driving positions, these reports often help to verify an applicant’s identity, any license suspensions or revocations, and possible substance abuse (DUI Alcohol/Drugs).

County Criminal Court

Criminal conviction records, by county. Determine which counties you want checked by where the applicant has lived/worked – see ADDRESS HISTORY below.

U.S. District Court or Federal Court

This court handles federal crimes (i.e. drug trafficking, trade secrets, and fraud).

Bankruptcies/Liens/Judgments

Serious money problems often signal a propensity toward crime. We recommend this option for financial and management-level positions.

Address History

Your applicant’s addresses, as known to various credit bureaus. This helps direct our research to counties which may not have been disclosed to you.

Education/Degree Verification

Falsified credentials are extremely common, so it pays to check.

CONTACT US

PALOMAR RESEARCH SERVICES LLC

P.O. Box 1062

San Marcos, CA 92079

(760) 533-3123