Background and Pre-Employment Investigator

Posting Date
08/10/26

Application Deadline
08/17/26

Pay Range Min - 1st Quartile
- Mid
- Max $23.00 - $26.63 - $30.25 - $37.50

The expected ENTRY pay range for this position based on experience and equity within the Judicial Branch is $24.07 to $30.25.This position is Non-Exempt under the FLSA.

What We Offer We offer generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and 10 paid holidays! We have affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, and our employees are entitled to coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans, our employee assistance program, and wellness incentives. Additionally, our employees have the option of life insurance, disability, a group legal plan, and pet insurance.

Under the current guidelines for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, the Maricopa County Superior Court is a qualifying employer. Therefore, any full time Judicial Branch employee, who meets other eligibility criteria may be eligible for loan forgiveness under this program.  to learn more!

Job Type Classified – Judicial JMRDepartmentD
270 Juvenile Probation About the Position The Background and Pre-Employment Investigator (Background Investigator) performs background investigations on applicants under consideration for employment with Juvenile Probation by gathering, compiling and analyzing relevant facts to assist in identifying suitability for employment.

About The Juvenile Probation Department:

The Juvenile Probation Department of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing innovative and efficient juvenile justice services grounded in evidenced-based practices and research. These services improve the safety of our community, hold youth accountable through developmentally appropriate orientation, and ensure the public’s trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. Join our Juvenile Probation Department in its mission to promote public safety through positive change as we connect youth to the community and provide opportunities that are delivered with fairness, dignity and respect.

Position Qualifications We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications :

Education:

High School diploma or GED

Experience:

Two (2) years of investigations experience in a legal, human resources, social services, or law enforcement environment.

ORThree (3) years’ experience working for the Judicial Branch of Arizona.

Other Requirements:

Ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information System Network Terminal Operator Certification (TOC) within 30 days of hire.

Ability to work outside normal business hours and/or at an alternate site to support Quality Assurance and Compliance (QAC) initiatives, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Background screening processes

Report writing techniques to prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports

Law enforcement methods and techniques (e.g., conducting interviews, interrogations, investigations, etc.) to ensure extensive information is provided and clarified during background information collection and verification

Research techniques, statistical analysis, and data collection

Electronic information systems to access data and prepare reports

Skill in:

Questioning, interviewing, and other investigative techniques.

Gathering and evaluating facts and evidence to draw valid conclusions.

Utilizing computer software programs to collect and research information and prepare reports.

Organizing, prioritizing, and performing multiple tasks to complete job functions in an orderly, efficient, and timely manner.

Exercising diplomacy when dealing with people in sensitive situations.

Computers and software including the operation of Adobe and Microsoft Office products. (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint, etc.).Learning and mastering core business applications and support applications

Customer service practices.

Ability to:

Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

Work independently with minimal supervision.

Perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy.

Exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.

Maintain high levels of…