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MCPS Background Screening Office

Fingerprinting is Closed on September 6th and will resume office hours on September 7th.
If you are in need of assistance please send an email to backgroundscreening@mcpsmd.org our office will respond within 24-48 hours.

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.