Background Investigator

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a full‑time, 6‑7 week new Investigator training both virtually and in person to be certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigations.
• Travel daily when conducting in‑person background investigations to determine employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information.
• Schedule and conduct face‑to‑face interviews throughout the designated area with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family.
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities.
• Type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government‑issued computer system.
• Work independently while also being a member of a team of investigators and with a Field Manager.

• Candidates with 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree may be considered; candidates with experience conducting federal background investigations preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area as needed.
• Home office required.
• Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY) or remote travel ranging from 14–30 days away from home per TDY may be required.
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in the job description.
• A valid driver’s license and full‑time use of reliable transportation are required. Driving is an essential function of the job and Motor Vehicle Records may be checked as part of the hiring process or at any time during employment.
• Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance.
• Accurate and efficient typing capabilities (40+ WPM recommended) and ability to work within multiple computer programs concurrently.
• Must be able to speak for extended periods of time and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone; record, read and transcribe words and numbers with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proficient grammar and writing skills to submit high quality reports with minimal or no errors.
• Must be able to interact professionally with others, write for long periods, meet attendance and punctuality expectations, and pay attention to detail while conducting fieldwork.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
• Professional attire required.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing, and drive in adverse and/or night conditions.

Demonstrates proficiency in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Capable of producing clear and concise reports and effectively managing travel and fieldwork requirements.

• Federal Background Investigations
• Top Secret Clearance Eligibility
• Accurate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)
• Professional Communication
• Attention to Detail

• Record Searches
• Interviewing Skills
• Report Writing
• Typing Proficiency
• Fieldwork Execution

• Professional Interaction
• Punctuality
• Confidentiality Ethics
• Team Collaboration
• Independent Work

• Top Secret Clearance
• Federal Investigative Standards Certification

• U.S. Citizenship
• Daily Travel
• Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY)
• Motor Vehicle Records Check
• Professional Attire

• Government Issued Computer System
• Multiple Computer Programs