Background Screening
An employment screening, sometimes referred to as a “background check,” is the gathering and analyzing of public information which contributes to the formation of an informed, legally defensible hiring decision.

Sutton Associates screening services
Sutton offers an employment screening program which is fully customizable to your hiring needs.
▸ I-9 / E-Verify
An Internet-based system that compares information entered by an employer from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.
▸ Social Security Number (SSN) Tracing
SSN Tracing is used to find all of the names, date of birth, and addresses associated with the SSN. This makes it possible to identify areas for additional record searches.
▸ Credit History Report
Our credit report by TransUnion, provides an in depth look at the applicant’s credit history. Payment history, employment, and address history are provided through a SSN and Name match.
▸ Criminal & Civil History Records Search
Federal, State, and County searches
▸ Employment & Education Verification
Check the accuracy of education or degree received and confirm previous employments.
▸ Professional License Certifications
Confirm state of issuance, type of license, date of issuance and expiration, current license status, and license number.
▸ Controlled Substance Screening
Conducted through Quest Diagnostics to ensure the employee complies with company substance policies.
▸ Social Media And Professional Networking Screenings
A full analysis of personal social media accounts in order to identify any information that may be deemed derogatory or potentially harmful to the company and the company’s values.
▸ Dark Web Screening
Dark web monitoring combines human and sophisticated Dark Web intelligence with search capabilities to identify, analyze and proactively monitor for your compromised or stolen employee, customer, and supply chain user credentials

Online Ordering Made Easy.
Our online portal makes it easy to order reports, check report statuses, and view results. Our online system features:
- State-of-the-art security
- User-friendly interface
- Customized ordering menus and entry forms
- Customized reports
- Online application and e-signature of candidates
- 24/7 online ordering
- Real-time results
Custom Screening Packages.
Sutton Associates makes it easy to choose the employment screening that is right for you.
- Choose from our 3 standard packages or design your own
- Large selection of add-on services
- Volume ordering discounts
- Zero registration or monthly fees

Why Choose Sutton Associates?
Consumer Protection
Sutton Associates operates in a controlled, regulated, and transparent process pursuant to the FCRA. Background checks are only conducted with the applicant’s written consent. Our regulations protect your business.
Accuracy
Sutton Associates matches criminal records to applicants using a combination of identifiers including social security number, date of birth, alias names, driver’s license numbers, and past addresses.
Efficiency
Our professional background screeners yield fast response times, usually returning a background check within 12-72 hours.
Cost Effective
By hiring the right employee, businesses can reduce turnover, increase productivity, and reduce costs through training.
Pre-employment screening is the #1 way to protect your business!