Experienced Background Investigator - Alexandria, VA

Peraton • Alexandria, VA

216d • $37

About The Position

Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time experienced background investigator near Alexandria, VA. Applicants must reside within 15 miles of the city center of Alexandria.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship.
• At minimum, High School diploma.
• 1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience (where investigator training compliant with National Training Standards took place) within the last five (5) years.
• 3 years of general experience (i.e. military, local, state or federal law enforcement or investigative functions) within the last 5 years.
• Completion of 'New Investigator' training.
• A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle.
• Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance, specifics of which will be provided.
• Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area, as needed.
• Home office required.
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals and personalities professionally and effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• 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.
• Demonstrated metrics in quality, timeliness, and production.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily when conducting in person background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews throughout their designated area with the subject and their neighbors, employers, and friends.
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities.
• Type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government issued computer system.
• Work independently while also being a member of a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager.
• Interact professionally with others, write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, and pay attention to details while conducting field work.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
• Wear professional attire.
• Lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing and drive in adverse and/or night conditions.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
• Education Level: High school or GED