Background Investigator, Experienced

Peraton

. Conduct daily travel for in-person background investigations determining employment suitability for individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeLacey • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $46 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining high standards of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity. Proficient in organizational and communication skills necessary for effective collaboration and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

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Federal Background Investigative ExperienceTop Secret Eligible ClearanceNew Investigator Training CompletionExceptional Written And Verbal Communication SkillsExcellent Organizational And Scheduling Skills

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Hard Skills

Background InvestigationRecord SearchesInterviewing SkillsTyping SkillsComputer SkillsData ReportingQuality MetricsTimeliness MetricsProduction MetricsDriving Skills

Soft Skills

Professional InteractionConfidentialityEthicsIntegrityAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Government-Issued Computer System

Certifications & Qualifications

Top Secret ClearanceNew Investigator Training

Industry Keywords

Federal InvestigationsLaw EnforcementBackground ChecksSensitive InformationU.S. Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct daily travel for in-person background investigations determining employment suitability for individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, and friends
Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
Type and report obtained information clearly and concisely in a government-issued computer system
Work independently while collaborating with a team of investigators and a Field Manager
Interact professionally with others and maintain confidentiality, ethics, and integrity
Meet attendance, punctuality, quality, timeliness, and production expectations
Travel locally and outside the primary work area; local travel is approximately 15–20% of the work week
Participate in temporary duty assignments several times per year, lasting 14–30 days

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside within 50 miles of Lacey city center
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance
U.S. citizenship
At minimum, high school diploma
1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience within the last five years, with investigator training compliant with National Training Standards
3 years of general experience within the last five years, such as military, local, state, or federal law enforcement or investigative functions
Completion of “New Investigator” training
Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication preferred
Valid driver's license and personal vehicle
Sufficient motor vehicle insurance
Daily local and out-of-area travel as needed
Home office required
Ability to interact professionally with varied individuals and personalities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with limited supervision
Excellent organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate typing and computer skills; 40+ WPM recommended
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
Demonstrated metrics in quality, timeliness, and production
Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or nighttime conditions
Professional attire required
High confidentiality, ethics, and integrity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Overtime eligibility
Shift differential eligibility
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Temporary Duty Assignments opportunities several times per year, ranging from 14–30 days