ProFirst Training
Law Enforcement Background Investigations, Training & Consulting Services
About ProFirst Training & Consulting — Law Enforcement Background & Selection Experts
ProFirst Training & Consulting is a nationally recognized provider of police background investigations, background investigator training, and consulting services for law enforcement agencies. In 2025, ProFirst secured more than one million dollars in government contracts and trained over 500 background investigators nationwide, while continuing to deliver expert consulting and CVSA services to public safety agencies. Our work is led by experienced investigators and focused on producing thorough, objective, and legally defensible hiring outcomes that meet POST standards and federal compliance requirements.
Our Expertise
Our team is composed of seasoned background investigators, experienced trainers, and command-level law enforcement professionals. Together, we bring a deep understanding of:
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Police pre-employment screening
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Background investigation standards and compliance
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POST requirements
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FCRA, ADA, and Title VII guidelines
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Training design and delivery
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Public safety hiring modernization
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Law enforcement background investigations consulting
This blend of investigative knowledge and leadership experience allows us to support agencies with solutions that are practical, defensible, and mission-ready.
Training Section
Our trainers are subject matter experts and certified instructors who will provide quality instruction specifically geared to their students. When you receive training from us, we guarantee the most up-to-date, professional and engaging learning experience. Our instructors are committed to using current best practices and being available to our students long after the class is over.
Law Enforcement Background Investigations
ProFirst's background investigations are conducted by highly skilled and experienced investigators who use the latest technology and tools to gather relevant information. Our investigative techniques are designed to uncover critical details that may be missed by traditional methods, ensuring that only qualified candidates are selected for law enforcement positions.
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Deputy Chief John Pallas
Press Conference 2018 Tennessee
John Pallas
CEO-Director of Training
John Pallas is a nationally recognized expert in pre-employment background investigations, with more than 27 years of law enforcement experience in California and senior command-level service for the State of Tennessee. As a former Director of Law Enforcement Training and Deputy Chief, John has overseen large-scale hiring initiatives, and as the CEO of ProFirst Training and Consulting he has developed state-approved curriculum in multiple states, and personally conducted and supervised thousands of public safety background investigations with a staff of 38 investigators.
John is an experienced instructor who has trained investigators from local, state, and federal agencies nationwide. His courses are known for being highly practical, engaging, and grounded in real-world investigative experience. Agencies trust John to deliver training that strengthens their hiring decisions, enhances compliance, and elevates the professionalism of their background units.