Entry Level Background Investigator- Northeast Region

CACI • City of Rochester, NY

1d • $26

About The Position

At CACI, background investigation is more than research and reports—it’s a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of our nation. By joining our team, you’ll be part of an organization that values trust, integrity, and professionalism in everything we do. As an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004, CACI employs full-time and part-time investigators across all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories.
What You’ll Get to Do:
Use technology, electronic tools, and multiple systems simultaneously to conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals as well as review appropriate records to obtain facts. Resolve all material issues in a case to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. Interviews for this position will be conducted using a variety of methods, including Virtual Teleconference (VTC), phone interviews, and in-person meetings, with VTC as the primary method.
Attend a multiweek intensive virtual, online training with additional shadowing and mentorship with an experienced Investigator
Potential travel to locations across the U.S. for temporary duty assignments (TDY), typically lasting 2 weeks

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 Investigation
• Strong sense of mission in supporting national security initiatives
• Impeccable work ethic, integrity, and a positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to navigate and utilize multiple technology systems simultaneously to maintain workflow efficiency and productivity
• Current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to travel locally dependent on assignment location
• Home office equipped with reliable high-speed Internet ($50 monthly internet stipend is provided)
• Ability to sit, type, stand, or walk for extended periods of time
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to:
• Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively to individuals or groups
• Listen attentively to others, respond appropriately to nonverbal cues, and make clear and convincing oral presentations
• Maintain strong relationships with diverse individuals and handle challenging situations with tact and professionalism
• Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience

Nice To Haves

• Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance based on a T5

Responsibilities

• Use technology, electronic tools, and multiple systems simultaneously to conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals as well as review appropriate records to obtain facts.
• Resolve all material issues in a case to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation.
• Interviews for this position will be conducted using a variety of methods, including Virtual Teleconference (VTC), phone interviews, and in-person meetings, with VTC as the primary method.
• Attend a multiweek intensive virtual, online training with additional shadowing and mentorship with an experienced Investigator
• Potential travel to locations across the U.S. for temporary duty assignments (TDY), typically lasting 2 weeks

Benefits

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
• At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

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