Background Investigator

Summary

Complete full-time, 6–7 week new Investigator training to become certified in the Federal Investigative StandardsConduct daily travel for in-person federal background investigationsDetermine employment suitability of individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government informationSchedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and familyPerform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilitiesType and report obtained information clearly and concisely using a government-issued computer systemWork independently, as part of an investigator team, and with a Field ManagerRequirements4 years of general work experience or a bachelor's degreeExperience conducting federal background investigations preferredMust be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearanceActive federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication preferredU.S. citizenshipMust reside within 30 miles of Santa Maria city centerDaily local travel and travel outside the primary work area as neededTemporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14–30 days away from home per TDY may be requirededHome office requiredValid driver's license and full-time use of reliable transportationSufficient motor vehicle insuranceAccurate and efficient typing capabilities; 40+ WPM recommendedAbility to work within multiple computer programs concurrentlyAbility to speak for extended periods and hear sufficiently for in-person and telephone communicationAbility to record, read, and transcribe words and numbers accuratelyProficient grammar and writing skillsProfessional interaction, attendance, punctuality, attention to detail, confidentiality, ethics, and integrityProfessional attire requiredAbility to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or night conditionsAbility to work in a fast-paced changing environment under remote supervisionOrganizational, scheduling, prioritization, writing, and communication skillsCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Proficient in typing, writing, and using multiple computer programs to report findings clearly and accurately.Highest-signal resume keywordsFederal Background InvestigationsTop Secret Eligible ClearanceTyping Capabilities (40+ WPM)U.S. CitizenshipOrganizational SkillsHard SkillsRecord SearchesInterviewing SkillsWriting SkillsTyping SkillsData ReportingSoft SkillsAttention to DetailProfessional InteractionCommunication SkillsPunctualityEthics and IntegrityCertifications & QualificationsFederal Investigative Standards CertificationIndustry KeywordsFederal Background InvestigationsEmployment SuitabilitySensitive InformationTemporary Duty AssignmentsRemote SupervisionTools & TechnologiesGovernment-Issued Computer System#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Complete full-time, 6–7 week new Investigator training to become certified in the Federal Investigative StandardsConduct daily travel for in-person federal background investigationsDetermine employment suitability of individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government informationSchedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and familyPerform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilitiesType and report obtained information clearly and concisely using a government-issued computer systemWork independently, as part of an investigator team, and with a Field ManagerRequirements4 years of general work experience or a bachelor's degreeExperience conducting federal background investigations preferredMust be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearanceActive federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication preferredU.S. citizenshipMust reside within 30 miles of Santa Maria city centerDaily local travel and travel outside the primary work area as neededTemporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14–30 days away from home per TDY may be requirededHome office requiredValid driver's license and full-time use of reliable transportationSufficient motor vehicle insuranceAccurate and efficient typing capabilities; 40+ WPM recommendedAbility to work within multiple computer programs concurrentlyAbility to speak for extended periods and hear sufficiently for in-person and telephone communicationAbility to record, read, and transcribe words and numbers accuratelyProficient grammar and writing skillsProfessional interaction, attendance, punctuality, attention to detail, confidentiality, ethics, and integrityProfessional attire requiredAbility to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or night conditionsAbility to work in a fast-paced changing environment under remote supervisionOrganizational, scheduling, prioritization, writing, and communication skillsCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Proficient in typing, writing, and using multiple computer programs to report findings clearly and accurately.Highest-signal resume keywordsFederal Background InvestigationsTop Secret Eligible ClearanceTyping Capabilities (40+ WPM)U.S. CitizenshipOrganizational SkillsHard SkillsRecord SearchesInterviewing SkillsWriting SkillsTyping SkillsData ReportingSoft SkillsAttention to DetailProfessional InteractionCommunication SkillsPunctualityEthics and IntegrityCertifications & QualificationsFederal Investigative Standards CertificationIndustry KeywordsFederal Background InvestigationsEmployment SuitabilitySensitive InformationTemporary Duty AssignmentsRemote SupervisionTools & TechnologiesGovernment-Issued Computer System#J-18808-Ljbffr