The New York Direct Entry Certification Investigation Request by Employer (Private Sector) is a type of background check that provides employers in the private sector with comprehensive information about potential employees. This investigation includes a review of an individual's criminal history, and may also include investigations into an individual's credit, education, employment, and other areas. There are two types of New York Direct Entry Certification Investigation Requests by Employer (Private Sector): 1. Pre-Employment Investigation: This type of investigation is conducted to determine whether a potential employee is suitable for a particular position. It involves a review of an individual's criminal history, credit, education, employment, and other areas. 2. Post-Employment Investigation: This type of investigation is conducted to determine whether an existing employee is suitable for a particular position. It involves a review of an individual's criminal history, credit, education, employment, and other areas.