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MCPS Background Screening Office

The Background Screening Office will operate on an abbreviated schedule on February 16th and February 22nd. During these days, the office will be closed from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will reopen at 2 p.m. Thank you for your patience

The Office of Human Resources and Development with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is responsible for conducting a fingerprint review of individuals who are seeking employment, as well as those wishing to serve in the capacity of a volunteer, chaperone, coach, advisor, student teacher, or intern. Such Background checks are necessary to ensure a safe and secure learning and working environment.

  • New Hires, Returning Employees, and Interns, please click here.
  • Volunteers/Chaperones/Volunteer Coaches, please click here.
  • Outdoor Education Chaperones, please click here.
  • Contractors, please click here.

Hours of Operation:

Fingerprinting: Monday- Friday 8:00am-3:30pm

NOTE: Background Screening hours of operation follow MCPS office closures and delayed openings.