Background Investigator, Investigator 2 (Salem/Hybrid) Job Rotation or Developmental Opportunity for ODOC, BOPPPS, and OCE employees only
About The Position
The Employee Services Division is actively recruiting for an Investigator 2 job rotation or developmental opportunity. This Investigator 2 rotation provides a hands-on opportunity to apply analytical thinking, interviewing skills, and sound judgment to impactful hiring decisions. This position is a job rotation anticipated to last 6 months, though may be extended or decreased due to business need. This rotation available for current regular status employees of the Oregon Department of Corrections, Oregon Corrections Enterprises, or Oregon Board of Parole, Probation, and Post-Prison Supervision with their current manager's approval (applications submitted without manager approval WILL BE declined). Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications for this classification may be considered as a developmental. Developmental candidates are not eligible for Work-Out-of-Class differential. The Background Investigator is a critical member of the DOC’s Recruitment Team within the Employee Services Division. Our division supports the agency’s mission by recruiting, hiring, and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce. As part of this team, you will help shape the future of DOC by conducting thorough pre-employment background investigations for Correctional Officer applicants across the state. In this position, you will be responsible for gathering, verifying, and evaluating sensitive information to determine an applicant’s suitability for employment. Your investigative work directly supports the department’s goal of hiring individuals who reflect DOC’s values of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of recent (within the last five years) investigative experience which included gathering facts, collecting evidence, examining records, and conducting interviews to verify or disprove claims of suspected law violations.
- OR Two (2) years of recent (within the last five years) investigative experience within an institutional setting which included conducting AIC interviews to gather facts, collecting evidence, performing searches, and documenting violations of administrative or criminal regulations for the purpose of disciplinary or other reports.
- College-level courses in law enforcement, criminal justice, law, accounting, auditing, or a closely related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to one year of the required experience.
- Demonstrated experience conducting investigations including interviews, managing a large case load and report writing.
- Skilled in conducting structured interviews (in person, phone, or virtual), assessing credibility, and identifying inconsistencies.
- Experienced in using databases such as WebLEDS, OJIN, National Testing Network, and other government or internet-based tools for background research.
- Extensive working knowledge of the Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) to compare crimes and statutes from other states for similarities with Oregon laws.
- Demonstrated experience gathering, analyzing, and verifying personal, professional, financial, and educational records, including contacting private organizations and government agencies to obtain and confirm information.
- Experience assisting applicants with accessing and navigating electronic systems such as eSOPH during the hiring or background investigation process.
- Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- LEDS Certification
- Experience with eSOPH system
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive background investigations, including reviewing employment history, criminal records, military service, and driving history.
- Research and verify information using a variety of databases, including criminal justice systems and internal HR tools.
- Interview applicants, references, former employers, and other relevant parties to validate applicant-provided information.
- Prepare detailed written reports summarizing findings and making recommendations regarding applicant suitability.
- Collaborate closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and institution leadership across multiple DOC facilities.
Benefits
- Family health, vision, and dental insurance
- Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
- 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
- Optional short and long-term disability
- Term life insurance
- Fully paid retirement program
- Oregon Saving Growth Plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
- Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
