Background Investigator - Fire and Rescue (part-time)

Frederick County Government • Public Safety Training Facility - Frederick, MD

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About The Position

This civilian, non-exempt part-time position is primarily responsible for conducting personnel background investigations for sensitive positions within the Division of Fire and Rescue Services. The position receives direction from the Personnel Supervisor. The schedule is varied between Monday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., for 30 hours per week, with availability for varied work hours to accommodate meetings or other commitments. No benefits are provided.

Frederick County Government values diversity and inclusion and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants, and community members. The County is committed to an inclusive work environment and complies with applicable workplace accommodation laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree.
• At least 5 years of investigative work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Alternatively, a high school diploma and 7 years of investigative work experience.
• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges.
• Knowledge of investigation and research principles and practices, including interviewing techniques and conflict management.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws pertaining to background investigations.
• Knowledge of equal employment opportunity laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act as they relate to background investigations and hiring practices.
• Knowledge of current COMAR Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Police Training and Standards Commission hiring certification practices.
• Knowledge of proper documentation for investigative investigations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Sensitivity to diverse cultures and individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel matters.
• Availability for varied work hours to accommodate meetings or other commitments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience directly related to investigations in the public safety field.
• Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) credential.
• Experience conducting background investigations.
• Any level college degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive background investigations, including interviewing, fingerprinting, and photographing candidates for hire into sensitive Fire and Rescue positions.
• Interview subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals.
• Review appropriate records to resolve material issues or establish a subject’s background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications.
• Locate and analyze information such as criminal history, police reports, school transcripts, credit reports, driving records, and other available documents.
• Conduct discrepancy interviews when needed to validate documentation or information provided.
• Write letters, reports, and written summaries of findings.
• Identify interviewees’ strengths and weaknesses and make recommendations regarding employability.
• Confer with hiring authorities to discuss information obtained and the scope of investigations or to receive additional instructions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree