Information on VECHS Level 2 Screenings

Through the VECHS program, FDLE and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) provide qualified organizations in Florida with state and national criminal history record information on applicants, employees, and volunteers. With this criminal history information, the organizations can more effectively screen out those current and prospective volunteers and employees who are not suitable for contact with minors, elderly persons, or other vulnerable populations.

The VECHS level 2 background screening is required for volunteers that will be exclusively working with vulnerable populations. All other volunteer positions that are in departments designated as/or involve responsibilities that are considered Special Trust, a level 1 background screening is required. Volunteers who assist on an intermittent basis for less than 10 hours per month do not need to be screened if a person who meets the screening requirement is always present with the volunteer and has the volunteer in his or her line of sight at all times.

Visit Frequently Asked Questions for answers regarding VECHS Level 2 Background Screenings.

Procedures for VECHS Level 2 Background Screening

• To request a background screening for volunteers use the Background Screening Request Dynamic Form. For assistance with completing this form, use the Background Screening Request Form Instructions.
• Human Resources will contact the volunteer and provide required documents.
• Fingerprinting appointments are available in HR, building 20E, or at an off-campus vendor.

The prospective volunteer will arrive at the scheduled fingerprint appointment in HR or with the third-party vendor and provide required paperwork and government-issued photo identification. A photograph and fingerprints of the applicant will be taken at that time.