Backgrounds Specialist

Columbia, Maryland

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Job ID: 576809
Date posted: 05/08/2026
Category: Corporate
Location: Columbia, Maryland

Backgrounds Specialist
Location: Columbia, Maryland
Hourly Rate: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour + $2,500 Annual Bonus Potential

The Background Specialist works in conjunction with field office personnel and relevant corporate departments to ensure both new and existing employees are cleared for active employment under all policy requirements along with state and federal statutes. The Background Specialist collaborates with his or her teammates to in a high level of personal and professional conduct to address issues related to onboarding, maintaining compliance, and assisting with substance abuse policy interpretation. The Background Specialist interacts in a day-to-day manner with other corporate teams including but not limited to Employee Relations, Legal, and Compliance.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks: Reliable compensation you can count on.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) savings plan with company matching.
Employee Discounts: Access to hundreds of nationwide vendor discounts.
Recognition & Rewards: Be celebrated through our awards and recognition programs.
Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow within a supportive organization.
Training & Mentorship: Benefit from structured onboarding and ongoing development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for learning and interpreting policies, procedures, and statutes relating to assigned regional coverage area(s)
Assists with special projects within the Background Investigations Team
Interprets and understands documents of a legal nature with assistance of teammates and other corporate departments as needed
Assists with field and team member education as directed
Partners effectively with the Field and Corporate Managers to ensure an efficient new hire onboarding experience
Partners effectively with other departments in the organization to ensure an efficient hiring/employment process
Maintains working knowledge of Global Employee Search process and third-party vendor processes as applicable/assigned
Assures that no current caregiver or team member is ineligible to work due to exclusion on a federal or state Medicaid exclusion list or abuse registry by participating in monthly exclusion checks and assists with removal of any excluded individual from employment with Maxim
Assists with training and educating field offices on new processes
Assists with collection of Background Investigations Team metrics by inputting case data as assigned
Collaborates with Legal, Compliance and Employee Relations on complex issues
Works closely with the Talent Resources Coordinators to assist with onboarding of internal team members in a compliant, timely fashion to ensure continuity in the field
Assists the Team Lead with use of third-party vendor for substance abuse screening and medical services required by policy and/or contract
Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field is preferred; High School diploma or equivalent is required
At least 1-year prior Human Resources experience preferred
Prior work experience in the healthcare industry preferred
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and ability to utilize all required software to perform job duties effectively
Ability to learn to use third-party vendor systems (generally relating to background screen
vendors, substance abuse vendors, and employment verification vendors)
Experience using the ADP payroll system
Must demonstrate ability to work well and effectively with others
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications skills
Proven ability to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong multi-tasking, time management, and organizational skills
Must be a self-motivated team player
Must be able to recommend effective solutions to new hire onboarding issues by using judgment that is consistent with company polices, practices and standards while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations
Proven ability to build and maintain effective and constructive relationships by being attentive and responsive, show honesty and integrity in dealing with people
Must be able to respect confidentialities and protect sensitive information
Proficiency in the English language required
Excellent communication skills
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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