Experienced Background Investigator (West Region)
$31,200–$31,200 year
RemoteUnited States or San Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive background investigations by utilizing electronic tools and multiple systems to interview subjects, employers, associates, and references while reviewing appropriate records to obtain facts. Resolve all material issues in a case to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. Perform interviews using Virtual Teleconference, phone calls, and in-person meetings, with VTC as the primary method. Complete a one-week intensive virtual, online training program and gain exposure to various investigation contracts. Travel locally dependent on assignment location for temporary duty assignments, typically lasting two weeks. Maintain a home office within 50 miles of Phoenix, AZ, Tucson, AZ, San Jose, CA, Denver, CO, Fairbanks, AK, Anchorage, AK, San Bernardino, CA, Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, Idaho Falls, ID, Fort Collins, CO, San Francisco, CA, or China Lake, CA, equipped with reliable high-speed internet.
Required Qualifications
- Customer credential
- National Training Standard certification and experience recently (Within Last 3 years) conducting background investigations for this customer
- ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE
- Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing
- Strong sense of mission in supporting national security initiatives
- Impeccable work ethic, integrity, and a positive, can-do attitude
- Ability to navigate and utilize multiple technology systems simultaneously to maintain workflow efficiency and productivity
- Current driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to travel locally dependent on assignment location
- Home office within reasonable distance to areas workload and equipped with reliable high-speed Internet
- Ability to sit, type, stand, or walk for extended periods of time
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to: Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively to individuals or groups
- Listen attentively to others, respond appropriately to nonverbal cues, and make clear and convincing oral presentations
- Maintain strong relationships with diverse individuals and handle challenging situations with tact and professionalism
- Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience
- Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
- Type of Travel: Local
Desired Qualifications
- One-week intensive virtual, online training program
- Potential travel to locations across the U.S. for temporary duty assignments (TDY), typically lasting 2 weeks
- Gain exposure to various investigation contracts, broadening your experience
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