background-check-summary
Summarizes raw background check data into structured executive reports with risk categorization (GREEN/YELLOW/RED). Use when processing criminal records, court filings, employment/education verification, sanctions screening, or adverse media for pre-employment screening, executive due diligence, or investment-grade investigations.
Best use case
background-check-summary is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Summarizes raw background check data into structured executive reports with risk categorization (GREEN/YELLOW/RED). Use when processing criminal records, court filings, employment/education verification, sanctions screening, or adverse media for pre-employment screening, executive due diligence, or investment-grade investigations.
Teams using background-check-summary should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/background-check-summary/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How background-check-summary Compares
| Feature / Agent | background-check-summary | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Summarizes raw background check data into structured executive reports with risk categorization (GREEN/YELLOW/RED). Use when processing criminal records, court filings, employment/education verification, sanctions screening, or adverse media for pre-employment screening, executive due diligence, or investment-grade investigations.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Background Check Summarization Transforms raw background check data into a decision-ready summary with risk categorization and compliance flags. Output has three sections: executive summary, detailed findings, and methodology. ## Quick Start 1. Identify subject (name, DOB, SSN last 4, search scope) 2. Categorize each check type as Pass / Flag / Pending 3. Assign overall status: GREEN, YELLOW, or RED 4. Surface top 2–3 findings and any compliance flags 5. Append methodology and coverage limitations ## Output Structure ### Executive Summary - **Subject**: Full name, DOB, SSN (last 4), search scope - **Overall Status**: GREEN (clear) / YELLOW (requires review) / RED (adverse findings) - **Category Table**: Pass/Flag/Pending per check type - **Key Findings**: 2–3 most significant items - **Compliance Flags**: Jurisdiction-specific requirements ### Detailed Findings Present each category with findings or explicit "No records found": | Category | Key Data Points | |----------|----------------| | Criminal Records (Fed/State/County) | Charges, disposition, date, jurisdiction, sentence | | Sex Offender Registry | Status, jurisdiction | | Civil Litigation | Case type, role, disposition, damages | | Employment Verification | Title (claimed vs. verified), dates, departure reason | | Education Verification | Degree (claimed vs. verified), institution, dates | | Professional Licenses | Status, disciplinary actions | | Sanctions/Watchlist | OFAC, BIS, state debarment | | Adverse Media | Source, date, relevance assessment | ### Methodology & Limitations State sources searched and gaps (jurisdictions not covered, sealed records, database lag). ## Risk Categorization | Status | Criteria | Action | |--------|----------|--------| | GREEN | No adverse records, all verifications confirmed | Proceed | | YELLOW | Minor discrepancies, old/minor offenses, items needing context | Human review required | | RED | Significant adverse findings, verification failures, recent serious offenses | Enhanced review / adverse action | ### Escalation Factors - **Criminal**: Felony; violence/fraud/theft-related; recency (<7 yrs); position relevance; pending charges - **Employment**: Title inflation; date gaps >3 months; overlapping employment; employer not found - **Education**: Degree or institution mismatch; unaccredited institution ## Compliance Checks - **FCRA**: Adverse action requires pre-adverse notice, report copy, and Summary of Rights — always note this - **Ban-the-Box / Fair Chance**: Flag jurisdictions restricting criminal history inquiries at specific hiring stages - **EEOC Guidance**: Evaluate criminal history for nature of offense, time elapsed, and job-relatedness - **State lookback limits**: Note applicable 7-year or other reportable-record limitations