Background Investigator II

Role Description

At CACI, background investigation is more than research and reports—it’s a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of our nation. By joining our team, you’ll be part of an organization that values trust, integrity, and professionalism in everything we do. As an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004, CACI employs full-time and part-time investigators across all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Use technology, electronic tools, and multiple systems simultaneously to conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals as well as review 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.
• Conduct interviews using a variety of methods, including Virtual Teleconference (VTC), phone interviews, and in-person meetings, with VTC as the primary method.
• Complete a 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.

Qualifications

• Customer credential or the ability to obtain based on National Training Standard certification and experience recently conducting background investigations for this customer.
• Proven quality, timeliness, and production metrics.
• 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 Investigation.
• 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 ($50 monthly internet stipend is provided).
• 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.
  • Recognize or use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicate information in a succinct and organized manner; produce written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.

Benefits

• A culture of integrity.
• An environment of trust.
• A focus on continuous growth.
• Comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Pay Range

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage: $31.90

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

Company Description

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.