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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in conducting thorough background investigations and interviews while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Proficient in utilizing investigative techniques and reporting findings clearly in compliance with federal standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Top Secret Eligible ClearanceFederal Background Investigative ExperienceNew Investigator TrainingExcellent Written And Verbal Communication SkillsOrganizational And Scheduling Skills
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Background InvestigationRecord SearchesInterviewing TechniquesTyping SkillsTranscription AccuracyFederal ComplianceInvestigative ReportingData EntryQuality MetricsDriving Skills
Soft Skills
Professional InteractionAdaptabilityConfidentialityIntegrityTime Management
Tools & Technologies
Government-Issued Computer System
Certifications & Qualifications
Top Secret ClearanceInvestigator Training Compliant With National Training Standards
Industry Keywords
Federal Law EnforcementBackground InvestigationsEmployment SuitabilityConfidentiality StandardsEthics In Investigations
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct in-person background investigations to determine 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, as part of an investigator team, and with a Field Manager
- Travel daily when conducting in-person investigations
- Maintain confidentiality, ethics and integrity while conducting field work
- Complete local travel of approximately 15–20% of the work week and occasional temporary duty assignments
Requirements
What you’ll need- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication preferred
- 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 in military, local, state or federal law enforcement or investigative functions, and completion of “New Investigator” training
- Valid driver's license and personal vehicle
- Sufficient motor vehicle insurance
- Daily local and out-of-area travel as needed
- Residence within 50 miles of Mullin city center
- 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 to communicate in person and by phone
- 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 night conditions
- Professional attire required
- High level of confidentiality, ethics and integrity
Benefits
Comp & perks- Overtime eligibility may be available
- Shift differential may be available
- Discretionary bonus may be available
- Temporary Duty Assignments opportunities several times per year ranging from 14–30 days
- Home office arrangement required