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Intermittent (part-time) Background Investigator

ConstellisEl Centro, CA
Remote

About The Position

Conduct federal background investigations and prepare reports of investigations in compliance with Federal Investigative Standards, all laws, and other required federal agency regulations. Work cases throughout the geographic area of responsibility and travel to various places of employment, residence and education institutions. Candidate must be local to El Centro or Imperial, California. The role involves conducting in-person, one-on-one subject interviews to obtain factual information about the individual's background and character, in accordance with agency guidelines and instructions. It also requires obtaining factual information from a variety of personal and record sources to produce a report of investigation that contains all pertinent facts of an individual's background and character. Investigators must travel throughout the geographic area of responsibility to conduct investigations at various places of employment, residence, and education institutions when cases become available, and be willing to travel in and around assigned location within 30-50 miles (or more) as needed. The position involves engaging in dialogue on a regular basis with managers and representatives at contractor facilities, various U. S. Government organizations, and law enforcement agencies to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships. Adaptability to changing situations and environments, and the ability to interact with people from all walks of life and socioeconomic levels are crucial. Strong verbal and written communications skills and professional demeanor are required. Workload is based on the availability of cases in the geographic area, with some voluntary, temporary duty assignments in other areas of the country (typically 2-4 weeks at a time) possible.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year within the last five (5) years of investigations experience at the federal, state, or local level of government
  • Must have some direct FIS Experience
  • Reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record
  • Willing to travel on temporary duty assignments as needed (by car or plane)
  • Successfully pass background checks and all required training
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
  • Ability to write reports and business correspondence
  • Ability to work in a MS Window based operating environment, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet and E-mail
  • Current (within the last 2 years) Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) or active Secret level security clearance based on an SSBI and able to obtain the required security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-person, one-on-one subject interviews to obtain factual information about the individual's background and character, in accordance with agency guidelines and instructions.
  • Obtain factual information from a variety of personal and record sources to produce a report of investigation that contains all pertinent facts of an individual's background and character in accordance with agency guidelines and instructions.
  • Travel throughout the geographic area of responsibility to conduct investigations at various places of employment, residence, and education institutions when cases become available.
  • Must be willing to travel in and around assigned location within 30-50 miles (or more) as needed.
  • Engage in dialogue on a regular basis with managers and representatives at contractor facilities, various U. S. Government organizations, and law enforcement agencies to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
  • Adapt to changing situations and environments as they occur and be able to interact with people from all walks of life and socioeconomic levels.
  • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communications skills and exhibit professional demeanor in all situations.
  • Work load based on availability of cases in geographic area.
  • Some voluntary, temporary duty assignments in other areas of the country (typically 2-4 weeks at a time) are possible.
  • Other duties as required.

Benefits

  • Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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