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Government Background Checks Built for Public Trust
Screen public service employees and contractors with a process built for regulatory compliance, thoroughness, and the highest standards of accountability.
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Public trust
Why Government Hiring Demands the Most Rigorous Screening
Government employees serve the public. They access sensitive information, manage public funds, and represent the trust citizens place in their institutions. Thorough background checks aren't optional — they're essential to maintaining that trust.
Public trust screening
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Higher standard
How 3rd Degree Sets a Higher Standard for Government Screening
PBSA-accredited. Built for public sector accountability.
No setup fees or minimums
Start screening when you need to — no upfront costs or contracts.
24 to 90 hour turnaround
Keep your hiring pipeline moving with timely results.
Locked-in pricing
Plan your screening budget with confidence.
U.S.-based support
Get responsive help from a team that understands government requirements.
No offshore checks
All checks handled domestically for maximum accuracy and security.
Agency compliance
Built-in support for federal, state, and local government hiring regulations.
Customer proof
Trusted by Government Organizations Across the Country
"Screening for government roles requires the highest level of thoroughness and compliance. 3rd Degree delivers both — every time."
Patricia Hayes
HR Director, County Government
"Their attention to detail on criminal checks, employment verification, and references gives us complete confidence in every hire we make for public service roles."
Michael Torres
Chief of Staff, Municipal Agency
"The automated compliance features save our small HR team dozens of hours every month. We couldn't manage government hiring requirements without them."
Sarah O'Connell
HR Manager, State Agency
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Hire for public service. Screen for public trust.
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Trust 3rd Degree Screening for government background checks that deliver the thoroughness, compliance, and accountability your public service hiring demands.
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