Level 2 Background Screening

The Level 2 Background Screening is a comprehensive criminal background check that includes fingerprint-based checks for:

  • Statewide criminal history records (Florida Department of Law Enforcement).
  • National criminal history records (Federal Bureau of Investigation).

Additionally, all Level 2 screenings must accompany a local criminal records check through local law enforcement agencies and search of the sexual predator and sexual offender registries of any state in which the current or prospective employee resided during the immediately preceding five years.  This check is processed by the requestor through the HireRight Portal.

Who Requires a Level 2 Background Screening?

A Level 2 Background Screening is typically required for:

  • Positions of trust or responsibility.
  • Roles in sensitive locations.
  • Individuals working in or volunteering for youth camps or activities outside of the summer period.

Exceptions

For positions related to the following, complete the Level 2 DCF Background Screening instead:

  • Baby Gator
  • After School Programs
  • Florida Department of Children and Families
  • Youth activities and camps

For details on criminal background screenings, visit Pre-Employment Screening Using HireRight.

Screening Minors

Before screening a minor, obtain a signed Background Screening Consent Form for Minors from both the minor and their parent/guardian.

Level 2 Background Screening Process

Step 1: Submit the Request Form

The hiring department submits the Background Screening Request Form below to initiate the process.

Step 2: Level 2 Supplement Confirmation

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding (TAO) will confirm whether a Level 2 Supplement background package is on file for the candidate.

  • If the Level 2 Supplement is on file, TAO will verify with the requestor and the candidate may schedule their fingerprint appointment.
  • If there is no Level 2 Supplement on file, the hiring department must initiate a Level 2 Supplement background package in HireRight via myUFL–>Menu–>Human Resources–>Recruiting–>Background Screening.

Step 3: Candidate Schedules a Fingerprinting Appointment

The candidate must book an appointment with TAO using the Fingerprinting Appointment Online Scheduler.

  • Fingerprinting before approval may result in extra costs.
  • UF Talent Acquisition will send a confirmation email upon scheduling.

Step 4: Candidate Attends the Appointment

The candidate must bring one of the following valid forms of identification to the appointment:

  • Driver’s License
  • State Identification
  • Passport

Step 5: Screening Results

  • Once the background check is complete, the candidate should confirm their status with Talent Acquisition & Onboarding.

Contact Information

For assistance, contact UF Human Resource Services (HRS):
Phone: (352) 392-2477
Email: HRSBackgrounds@admin.ufl.edu

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