Background Investigator - Independent Contractor – Remote

Peraton•,

7d•Remote

About The Position

Peraton’s Risk Decision Group is the leading provider of federal background investigation services, supporting numerous government agencies for over 20 years. We are currently seeking to fill a critical role for Remote Independent Contractors. Our staff demonstrates exceptional quality, integrity and professionalism, with a focus on National Security. We have a skilled workforce of employees and contractors covering all 50 U.S. states, to include Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Our investigative responsibilities include following operational policies when reviewing obtained information, interviewing friends and family, gathering related documents from law enforcement and credit agencies, and providing a summary of our findings to our federal government customers. The Investigator will be responsible for the following but not limited to: Conducting background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information Investigators will conduct Remote interviews with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family Investigators will also perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities Investigators report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on an issued government computer system

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
Independent Contractor must maintain a business license. Business entities must also have an EIN obtained from the IRS and a business bank account.
Investigators are typically expected to work within a 50-mile radius of their home location/primary work location.
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. May use public transportation if available and practical. Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance.
Intermediate typing (40+ WPM recommended) and computer skills
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
Perform in a manner that prevents errors and omissions, maintain visual ability including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and to adjust focus sufficiently to complete computer work
Maintain high level of confidentiality ethics and integrity

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting federal background investigations preferred
Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred
Professional appearance and an ability to interact with a variety of individuals and personalities professionally and effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment
Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills
Proficient writing and communication skills

Responsibilities

Conducting background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
Conduct Remote interviews 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
Report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on an issued government computer system