Background Investigator (FT Employee) - Des Plaines, IL

Peraton • Des Plaines, IL

9d • $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time background investigator near Des Plaines, IL. Applicants must reside within 30 miles of the city center of Des Plaines. The Investigator will be responsible for successfully completing a full-time, 6-7 week new Investigator training both virtually and in person to be certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigations. Investigators will travel daily when conducting in-person background investigations to determine employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information. This involves scheduling and conducting face-to-face interviews with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family, as well as performing record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities. Investigators are required to type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government-issued computer system. The role requires working independently while also being a member of a team of Investigators and reporting to a Field Manager.

Requirements

• Candidates with 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree may be considered
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance
• U.S. citizenship
• Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area as needed
• Home office required
• Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY)/remote travel ranging from 14 – 30 days away from home per TDY may be required
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description
• A valid driver's license and full time usage of reliable transportation are required
• Driving is an essential function of the job and Motor Vehicle Records may be checked as part of the hiring process or at any time during employment
• Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance
• Accurate and efficient typing capabilities (40+ WPM recommended) and ability to work within multiple computer programs concurrently
• Must be able to speak for extended periods of time and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone; record, read and transcribe words and numbers with a high degree of accuracy
• Proficient grammar and writing skills in order to submit high quality reports with minimal or no errors
• Must be able to interact professionally with others, to write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, and able to pay attention to details while conducting fieldwork
• Maintain high level of confidentiality ethics and integrity
• Professional attire required
• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing and drive in adverse and/or night conditions

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with experience conducting federal background investigations preferred
• Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals and personalities professionally and effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment under remote supervision
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills
• Proficient writing and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a full time, 6-7 week new Investigator training both virtually and in person in order to be certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigations
• Travel daily when conducting in person background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews throughout their designated area with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends and family
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
• Type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government issued computer system
• Work independently while also a member of a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level