Background Investigator

Summary

Complete full-time 6-7 week new Investigator training to become certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigationsTravel daily to conduct in-person background investigations determining employment suitability for 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 while collaborating with a team of Investigators and 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. citizenshipDaily local and out-of-area travel as neededHome office requiredTemporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14-30 days away from home per TDY may be requiredMust reside within 25 miles of Memphis city centerValid 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, hear sufficiently, and accurately record, read, and transcribe words and numbersProficient grammar and writing skillsAbility to interact professionally, write for long periods, meet attendance and punctuality expectations, and maintain attention to detailHigh confidentiality, ethics, and integrityProfessional attireAbility to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or nighttime conditionsAbility to work effectively with varied individuals and personalitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced, changing environment under remote supervisionStrong organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skillsProficient writing and communication skillsRelocation assistance is not availableCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and ethics. Proficient in typing, writing, and using multiple computer programs to report findings clearly and concisely.Highest-signal resume keywordsFederal Background Investigation ExperienceTop Secret Eligible ClearanceAccurate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)Strong Organizational SkillsProfessional Communication SkillsHard SkillsBackground InvestigationRecord SearchInterviewingTyping SkillsWriting SkillsComputer ProficiencyAttention to DetailSchedulingPrioritizationConfidentialitySoft SkillsProfessionalismInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityIntegrityTeam CollaborationCertifications & QualificationsFederal Investigative Standards CertificationIndustry KeywordsU.S. GovernmentEmployment SuitabilitySensitive InformationT5 AdjudicationRemote 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 Standards for government background investigationsTravel daily to conduct in-person background investigations determining employment suitability for 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 while collaborating with a team of Investigators and 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. citizenshipDaily local and out-of-area travel as neededHome office requiredTemporary Duty Assignments/remote travel of 14-30 days away from home per TDY may be requiredMust reside within 25 miles of Memphis city centerValid 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, hear sufficiently, and accurately record, read, and transcribe words and numbersProficient grammar and writing skillsAbility to interact professionally, write for long periods, meet attendance and punctuality expectations, and maintain attention to detailHigh confidentiality, ethics, and integrityProfessional attireAbility to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, stand for long periods, and drive in adverse or nighttime conditionsAbility to work effectively with varied individuals and personalitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced, changing environment under remote supervisionStrong organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skillsProficient writing and communication skillsRelocation assistance is not availableCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in conducting federal background investigations, including interviewing and record searches, while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and ethics. Proficient in typing, writing, and using multiple computer programs to report findings clearly and concisely.Highest-signal resume keywordsFederal Background Investigation ExperienceTop Secret Eligible ClearanceAccurate Typing Skills (40+ WPM)Strong Organizational SkillsProfessional Communication SkillsHard SkillsBackground InvestigationRecord SearchInterviewingTyping SkillsWriting SkillsComputer ProficiencyAttention to DetailSchedulingPrioritizationConfidentialitySoft SkillsProfessionalismInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityIntegrityTeam CollaborationCertifications & QualificationsFederal Investigative Standards CertificationIndustry KeywordsU.S. GovernmentEmployment SuitabilitySensitive InformationT5 AdjudicationRemote SupervisionTools & TechnologiesGovernment-Issued Computer System#J-18808-Ljbffr