What type of background screening is required for all covered individuals?
Level 2 background screening
Conducted through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FLE) Volunteer and Employee Criminal History System (VECHS).
Which agency conducts the fingerprinting for background screening?
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Fingerprints are submitted for comparison against existing federal criminal history records.
Who coordinates and facilitates the fingerprinting process?
The District
This is done in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
What program will all covered individuals be enrolled in after the initial screening?
Applicant Fingerprinting Retention Notification Program (AFRNP)
This program provides real-time notifications regarding any subsequent arrests or criminal history updates.
True or false: Enrollment in the AFRNP is optional for covered individuals.
FALSE
Enrollment and continued participation in AFRNP is a condition of employment.
Who bears the costs associated with the initial fingerprint submission?
The District
The District will cover all costs associated with the initial fingerprint submission and required processing.
What is the purpose of the AFRNP?
To receive real-time notifications from FDLE regarding subsequent arrests or criminal history updates
This is associated with an individual’s retained fingerprints.
Which individuals are subject to the background screening policy?
- Current operational personnel
- New operational personnel
- Employees participating in Camp Brave Heart
All covered individuals must undergo the screening.
What is the initial screening process for covered individuals?
Level 2 background screening through VECHS
This includes fingerprinting submitted to the FBI.
What happens to fingerprints after the initial screening?
They are retained for future notifications
This is part of the AFRNP for ongoing monitoring.
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