Background Investigator Part-Time

The Boone County Sheriff's Office, located in Columbia, MO, is looking for a Part‑Time Background Investigator. Responsibilities Conducts and compiles professional background investigations for candidates and prospective employees by interviewing current and/or previous employers, supervisors, co‑workers, associates, neighbors, law enforcement officials, military personnel, family members and personal references; prepares reports on findings; completes detailed and neatly organized background investigation reports; makes recommendations as to background findings; may assist in training and/or leading staff involved in the above work; and performs other related duties as required by direction or assignment. Must meet additional minimum qualifications as stated in the current job description. Status: Part‑time, non‑exempt, non‑benefited Working hours: 20 hours per week Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must not have any felony convictions or convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude. Must not have other criminal convictions within the last two (2) years, excluding minor traffic violations. Vision acuity correctable to 20/40 in at least one eye; and possess vision to read a computer screen and printed materials. Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of application and a valid Missouri driver’s license at time of appointment. Proficient knowledge of the English language, to include: grammar, punctuation, and spelling oral and written communication reading comprehension Applicant must pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Must be able to interact with the public and possess hearing and speech abilities to communicate in person and over the telephone. Must meet minimum qualifications set forth by the FBI and MSHP CJIS Security policy. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in human resources or law enforcement. Experience conducting investigations, ideally conducting background investigations. Hourly Pay Rate $23.03 - $23.73 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Boone County Missouri