Level 2 Volunteers are required to complete a Level II Background Screening which is a state (FDLE) and national (FBI) fingerprint-based check and consideration of disqualifying offenses and applies to those designated by law as holding positions of responsibility or trust.

Complete: VECHS Applicant Waiver Agreement and Statement
- Fingerprint Code: After submitting the VECHS form, a confirmation message will appear on the screen with information to schedule your fingerprinting appointment. WRITE THE CODE DOWN- it will be required by the website to schedule your appointment. This code is what directs the system to send us your results. If the incorrect code is used, you will be required to pay for a new set of prints.
- Fee: $41.25 - $50.29 (depending on location). Volunteers serving more than one year must pay a Retention Fee (See Step 5) to keep their background check on file for 5 years. Volunteers who do not pay the fee will be deleted from the system.
Approval Process: After completing your appointment, the district will receive your background check electronically, review it for clearance, and retain it in our system for continuous monitoring until your expiration date (The district receives notifications of subsequent arrests).

Exceptions:

Active Florida Law Enforcement: Email tarplel@martinschools.org a copy of your ID or a letter from your HR Department stating your background check is current. This will be reviewed by our Safety & Security Department.
MCSD Staff: You do not need to complete another background check if you are a current employee. If you have separated from the district recently, you may contact Volunteer Services to check to see if your background check has been deleted from the system already.
If you will receive compensation for your service (paid through a stipend, booster club, internal account, etc.), please contact Human Resources.

MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

1. Review Volunteer Eligibility

2. Submit Your Volunteer Application *Volunteer Coaches & Volunteer Drivers have an additional form to complete*

3. Complete Your Level II Background Screening by Scheduling Your Fingerprint Appointment

4. Look for Your Approval Email

5. Pay Your Retention Fee

6. Log Your Volunteer Hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to complete a background check if I currently work for the Martin County School District?

Do I need to complete a background check if I worked for the Martin County School District previously?

Do I need to complete a background check if I completed one for work, to volunteer with another organization, or at the sheriff’s office?

What is the difference between the background checks run by the school district and background checks conducted for other organizations or places of employment?

What happens if I do not disclose an offense on my application?

My application was approved. What do I need to do next?

What happens after I am fingerprinted?

School Driver Registration

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