Background Investigator (FT Employee) - Detroit, MI

Peraton•Detroit, MI

3d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time background investigator near Detroit, MI. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of the city center of Detroit. 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. This role involves daily travel to conduct in-person background investigations to determine the employment suitability of individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information. Investigators will schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family. They will also perform 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 clearly and concisely on a government-issued computer system, working independently while also being a member of a team of Investigators and reporting to a Field Manager.

Requirements

4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree.
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 50 miles of the city center of Detroit.
A valid driver's license and full-time usage of reliable transportation are required.
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.
Must be able to 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.
Must be able to write for long periods of time.
Must meet expectations for attendance and punctuality.
Must be 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.
Must be able to climb stairs.
Must be able to walk extensively.
Must be able to endure long periods of standing.
Must be able to drive in adverse and/or night conditions.

Nice To Haves

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

Conduct in-person background investigations to determine employment suitability for access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information.
Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, 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 clearly and concisely on a government-issued computer system.
Work independently and as part of a team of Investigators.
Travel daily when conducting in-person background investigations.
Complete a full-time, 6-7 week new Investigator training, both virtually and in person, to be certified in the Federal Investigative Standards.