Contract Investigator - Key West, FL
On-siteKey West, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Conduct in-person, one-on-one subject interviews to obtain factual information about an individual's background and character in accordance with agency guidelines. Obtain data from personal and record sources to produce a comprehensive report of investigation containing all pertinent facts. Travel throughout the geographic area of responsibility, including field locations for employment, residence, and education institutions, with some voluntary temporary duty assignments possible. Engage regularly with managers, government organizations, and law enforcement agencies to maintain effective working relationships. Adapt to changing situations and demonstrate strong verbal and written communications skills in all interactions. Workload is based on case availability, with hours varying depending on leads, potentially including weekends or third-shift appointments.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- H.S. Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year of specialized Federal Background investigative experience within the last 5 years
- Must have some FIS Experience
- Reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record
- Willing to travel within a 35-50 mile radius from city location
- Candidate must be local to Key West, FL
- Successfully pass background checks and all required training
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram, or schedule form
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports and business correspondence
- Ability to work in a MS Window based operating environment, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet and E-mail
- Current (within the last 2 years) Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or active Secret level security clearance based on an SSBI and able to obtain the required security clearance
- Some voluntary, temporary duty assignments in other areas of the country (typically 2-4 weeks at a time) are possible
Desired Qualifications
- Background Investigator Training that meets the National Training Standards (NTS)
- Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts
- Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field
- Current Top Secret clearance
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