Court Researcher - Whitfield & Gordon Counties, GA

Job Overview

Part‑Time Criminal Court Researcher – Georgia (Whitfield & Gordon Counties). Must be authorized to work in the US, reside within 30 minutes of courthouse, and have a valid driver license.

Whitfield & Gordon Counties, GA. 20 hours per week (4 hours/day, Monday‑Friday). Hours flexible within morning courthouse hours (e.g., 8am‑1pm Central Time).

Approximately $16–17 USD per hour. Temporary gas stipend of $200 per jurisdiction monthly ($400 total per month).

• Travel to assigned courthouses to research and review criminal and/or civil public record information via onsite electronic access systems.
• Perform additional research from applicable websites and state agency portals.
• Interpret court records and related information, accurately documenting, editing and modifying results.
• Contact courts and state agencies when additional information is needed to ensure compliance.
• Provide accurate and detailed results and case information to the CRRG via database integration or email.
• Conduct criminal background checks using public access systems at courthouse(s).
• Verify information for criminal records and upload search results.
• Investigate and recommend improved methods for conducting criminal background checks.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver license and willingness to travel daily to courthouses.
• Live within a 30‑minute commute to the designated courthouse.
• Reliable home Wi‑Fi and access to a document shredder.
• Strong organizational, research and administrative skills.
• Ability to read legal documentation and perform court research.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to work independently and prioritize time‑sensitive tasks.

Company provides equipment (laptop, printer/scanner/fax machine) and personal cell phone reimbursement.

First Advantage is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.