Experienced Background Investigator

Responsibilities Travel daily when conducting in person background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information Investigators will schedule and conduct face‑to‑face interviews throughout their designated area with the subject and their neighbors, employers, and friends Investigators will also perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities Investigators are required to type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government issued computer system Working independently while also a member of a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager Interact professionally with others, write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, and be able to pay attention to details while conducting field work Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity Professional attire required Must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing and drive in adverse and/or night conditions Requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred U.S. citizenship At minimum, High School diploma 1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience (where investigator training compliant with National Training Standards took place) within the last five (5) years 3 years of general experience (i.e. military, local, state or federal law enforcement or investigative functions) within the last 5 years and Completion of “New Investigator” training A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance, specifics of which will be provided Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area, as needed Home office required Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in conducting background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. Proficient in report writing and capable of working independently and as part of a team. Highest‑signal resume keywords Top Secret Eligible Clearance Federal Background Investigative Experience New Investigator Training Completion Record Search Proficiency Face‑to‑Face Interviewing Skills Hard Skills Background Investigation Record Search Report Writing Interviewing Federal Law Enforcement Experience Investigative Functions Attention to Detail Ethics and Integrity Driving in Adverse Conditions Physical Endurance Soft Skills Professional Interaction Team Collaboration Punctuality Communication Certifications & Qualifications Top Secret Clearance Valid Driver's License Industry Keywords Federal Background Investigation National Training Standards Confidentiality U.S. Citizenship Home Office Requirement Tools & Technologies Government Issued Computer System #J-18808-Ljbffr