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[[File:Wrestler.png|alt=Wrestler robbing a store|thumb|550x550px|''Knocking off a convenience store dressed as a luchador with several ostriches as accomplices will endear you in our hearts but is not likely to encourage your volunteer application. Unless you didn't get caught, of course.'']] | [[File:Wrestler.png|alt=Wrestler robbing a store|thumb|550x550px|''Knocking off a convenience store [https://youtu.be/qpjwjmlblII dressed as a luchador] with several ostriches as accomplices will endear you in our hearts but is not likely to encourage your volunteer application. Unless you didn't get caught, of course.'']] | ||
== Policy Summary: Background Checks == | == Policy Summary: Background Checks == | ||
PBEM volunteers often come into contact with vulnerable populations during a deployment, and volunteers have access to government-owned equipment and sensitive information. Therefore, '''PBEM requires all registered volunteers (NET, BEECN, and ATV) to undertake a criminal background check.''' The criminal background check is conducted at PBEM's expense, and completed every three years. | PBEM volunteers often come into contact with vulnerable populations during a deployment, and volunteers have access to government-owned equipment and sensitive information. Therefore, '''PBEM requires all registered volunteers (NET, BEECN, and ATV) to undertake a criminal background check.''' The criminal background check is conducted at PBEM's expense, and completed every three years. | ||
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#[Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov?subject=Background%20check%20option%201 Email PBEM] a scan or verification link to a license or permit that requires a criminal background check. Examples include a medical license, a TSA Trusted Traveler ID, or a concealed weapon permit. The license or permit issue date must be no more than three years prior to the volunteer's activation date. | #[Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov?subject=Background%20check%20option%201 Email PBEM] a scan or verification link to a license or permit that requires a criminal background check. Examples include a medical license, a TSA Trusted Traveler ID, or a concealed weapon permit. The license or permit issue date must be no more than three years prior to the volunteer's activation date. | ||
#[Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov?subject=Background%20check%20option%202 Email PBEM] a copy of a criminal background check conducted by a third party within the past 18 months, such as an employer. We might need to verify the check with the organization who conducted it. PBEM does ''not'' need a detailed criminal background report. PBEM ''only'' needs confirmation that a criminal background check was conducted and that the volunteer passed it. | #[Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov?subject=Background%20check%20option%202 Email PBEM] a copy of a criminal background check conducted by a third party within the past 18 months, such as an employer. We might need to verify the check with the organization who conducted it. PBEM does ''not'' need a detailed criminal background report. PBEM ''only'' needs confirmation that a criminal background check was conducted and that the volunteer passed it. | ||
# Use PBEM's background check service at no cost to the volunteer by [Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov?subject=Background%20check%20option%203 emailing PBEM that you want 'option 3'] and PBEM will initiate the process through our third-party service provider, [https://www.sterlingvolunteers.com/ Sterling Volunteers]. It is done entirely online and results are usually returned within two days. You receive a copy for your own review and use. Please see below for the PBEM-provided background check process. | # Use PBEM's background check service at no cost to the volunteer by [Mailto:net@portlandoregon.gov?subject=Background%20check%20option%203 emailing PBEM that you want 'option 3'] and PBEM will initiate the process through our third-party service provider, [https://www.sterlingvolunteers.com/ Sterling Volunteers]. It is done entirely online and results are usually returned within two days. You may opt to receive a copy for your own review and use during the application process. Please see below for the PBEM-provided background check process. | ||
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== Related Information == | == Related Information == | ||
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== Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) == | == Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) == | ||
