Contacts and resources for security screening in the BC Public Service

Last updated on May 5, 2026

Get help with security screening in the BC Public Service.

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Security screening process and results

 

Use an online user guide

For assistance with a Criminal Record Check, see the PSSO user guide.

See the applicant user guide or organization user guide for technical assistance with Criminal Record Review Act (CRRA) checks.

 

Contact the appropriate program office

BC Public Service Criminal Record Checks

Phone the Personnel Security Screening Office at 1-855-587-0185Monday - Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm.

Enhanced Security Screening

Phone the Personnel Security Screening Office at 1-855-587-0185Monday - Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm.

Criminal Records Review Act checks

Contact the Criminal Records Review Program.

 

Watch a video tutorial

 

Platform overview

 

Platform overview for hiring managers

                                       

Platform overview for applicants

 

Business cases for Enhanced Security Screening

Contact the BC Public Service Agency with the relevant background information by submitting an AskMyHR (IDIR restricted) service request using the categories: My Team or Organization > Job Classification > Position Screening Desig. Form.