Experienced Background Investigator - Roanoke, VA

Peraton • Roanoke, VA

282d • $36

About The Position

Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time experienced background investigator near Roanoke, VA. Applicants must reside within 15 miles of the city center of Roanoke. The Investigator will be responsible for conducting in-person background investigations to determine the employment suitability of individuals requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information. This role involves daily travel, scheduling and conducting face-to-face interviews, performing record searches, and reporting findings in a clear and concise manner. Investigators will work independently while also being part of a team, maintaining a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity throughout their work.

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 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.
• 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.
• Demonstrated metrics in quality, timeliness, and production.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily to conduct in-person background investigations.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects 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 and maintain attention to detail while conducting field work.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
• Wear professional attire and be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing, and drive in adverse and/or night conditions.

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