The holidays are quickly approaching, and companies are getting ready to hire additional employees. The holiday season brings out applicants looking for both part-time and full-time employment — and with so many opportunities opening at once, the pressure to screen quickly and accurately is real.
As if there weren't enough pressure to fill roles before the season starts, the holidays amplify that stress on both sides of the hiring table. That's where Research Services comes in.
How Can Research Services Help?
The holiday landscape creates an abundance of hiring opportunities, which means background checks need to be both swift and accurate. Research Services delivers both — without requiring contracts, minimums, or setup fees.
The Real Risks of Skipping Seasonal Screening
The assumption that short-term or temporary employees need less scrutiny is one of the most common mistakes employers make during high-volume hiring seasons. Seasonal workers often have access to the same physical spaces, customer data, and cash handling as year-round staff — sometimes with less supervision and less established accountability.
Incidents of theft, fraud, or misconduct involving temporary hires can be difficult and costly to address after the fact. A background check doesn't guarantee a perfect hire, but it's the most reliable tool available for making an informed decision before someone is on the floor, behind a register, or working in your warehouse.
What to Screen For During Holiday Hiring
Not every position requires the same level of screening. A useful starting point for most seasonal roles:
- Statewide criminal search — Covers your applicant's home jurisdiction, with records going back decades in Connecticut
- National criminal database sweep — Catches records from states the applicant may not have disclosed on an application
- Sex offender registry check — Essential if staff will interact with children, families, or vulnerable customers
- Employment verification — For roles where claimed experience affects the position or pay rate
For most seasonal retail or warehouse positions, a statewide criminal search paired with a national database sweep is sufficient — and both can be returned same-day or the following morning.
Ready to Get the Holiday Started?
Same-day setup, no contracts, no fees. Let Research Services handle your holiday screening so you can focus on what matters. PBSA-accredited and serving employers since 1996.