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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. Proficient in typing, writing, and using multiple computer programs to report findings clearly and accurately.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Federal Background Investigation ExperienceTop Secret Eligible ClearanceAccurate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)Effective Communication SkillsOrganizational and Scheduling Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Background InvestigationRecord SearchesTyping SkillsWriting SkillsInterviewing SkillsData ReportingComputer ProficiencyAttention to DetailConfidentialityEthics
Soft Skills
Professional InteractionPunctualityIntegrityAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Government-Issued Computer System
Certifications & Qualifications
Top Secret Clearance
Industry Keywords
U.S. GovernmentEmployment SuitabilitySensitive InformationTemporary Duty AssignmentsLocal Travel
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Complete full-time 6–7 week new Investigator training virtually and in person
- Conduct in-person background investigations to determine employment suitability for people requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
- Travel daily while conducting investigations
- Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, friends, and family
- Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
- Type and report obtained information clearly and concisely using a government-issued computer system
- Work independently as part of an investigator team and with a Field Manager
Requirements
What you’ll need- 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree
- Experience conducting federal background investigations preferred
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance
- Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication preferred
- U.S. citizenship
- Must reside within 15 miles of Wesley Chapel city center
- Daily local travel and travel outside the primary work area as needed
- Temporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14–30 days away from home per TDY may be required
- Home office required
- Valid driver's license and full-time use of reliable transportation
- Sufficient motor vehicle insurance
- Accurate and efficient typing capabilities; 40+ WPM recommended
- Ability to work in multiple computer programs concurrently
- Ability to speak for extended periods and hear sufficiently for in-person and telephone communication
- Ability to record, read, and transcribe words and numbers accurately
- Proficient grammar and writing skills
- Professional interaction, attendance, punctuality, attention to detail, confidentiality, ethics, and integrity
- Professional attire required
- Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or nighttime conditions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment under remote supervision
- Organizational, scheduling, prioritization, writing, and communication skills
- Relocation assistance is not available
Benefits
Comp & perks- Overtime eligibility may be available
- Shift differential may be available
- Discretionary bonus may be available
- Full-time employment
- 6–7 week new Investigator training, virtual and in person
- Government-issued computer system
- Home office arrangement
- Equal opportunity employment, including disability and protected veterans