About The Position

The 1099-Contract Investigator conducts federal background investigations on a contract basis in direct support of national security and suitability investigations. The role involves fieldwork, including interviews and records retrieval, and producing reports of investigations (ROIs) in compliance with applicable laws, federal standards, and federal agency regulations. Investigators accept fieldwork assignments involving travel throughout their assigned geographic area of responsibility. Temporary duty (TDY) assignments outside that area may also be available. The position requires meeting investigative deadlines, maintaining professional and cooperative relationships, and communicating effectively in a time-sensitive work environment. Investigators must handle data and documents appropriately, meet government and industry standards, and maintain required training, security, and credentials. Compensation is based on the number of assigned cases completed, not an annual salary. The stated estimated compensation range reflects potential earnings for working 40 hours per week, from the base rate up to the Premier Contract Investigator rate.

Requirements

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Professional demeanor in a time-sensitive work environment.
  • Ability to meet investigative deadlines.
  • Compliance with required training, security, and credential requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct federal background investigations in support of national security and suitability investigations.
  • Conduct fieldwork, including interviews and retrieval of records, and produce reports of investigations (ROIs) in compliance with applicable laws, federal standards, and federal agency regulations.
  • Accept fieldwork assignments involving travel throughout the geographic area of responsibility; temporary duty (TDY) assignments outside the assigned area may be available.
  • Meet investigative deadlines assigned by ADC LTD NM.
  • Monitor, maintain, convey, and appropriately destroy data and documents.
  • Meet government and industry standards for quality, integrity, timeliness, and productivity.
  • Maintain compliance with mandatory and assigned training, security, and credential requirements.
  • Develop and maintain professional, courteous, and cooperative working relationships with ADC employees and contractors.
  • Report trends and updates observed in the field.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.
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