1251-Background Investigator

Sanfranciscopolice; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanfranciscopolice is seeking a skilled investigator to coordinate and conduct background investigations for candidates. The applicant must possess a baccalaureate degree and have two years of investigative experience.

Responsibilities include verifying information through interviews and criminal background checks, preparing detailed reports, and assisting in determining candidates' suitability for employment.

We encourage diverse applicants to apply and commit to a thorough background investigation prior to hiring.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years full-time experience in employment investigative work.
• Possession of a valid California driver license.
• Experience in criminal investigatory case work in a law enforcement agency may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates background investigations for potential candidates.
• Conducts interviews and background checks to verify information.
• Prepares written background investigation reports and makes suitability recommendations.

Skills

Law enforcement agency experience

Knowledge of MS applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Exceptional interpersonal communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college

Job description

Job Description

Under general direction, coordinates, directs and conducts background investigations for candidates under consideration for employment. Incumbents in this class are considered journey level investigators who may function independently or as a member of a team.

Key Duties

• Reviews applications for completeness and directs candidates to provide additional information if needed; obtains proper information release documents.
• Conducts background interviews with candidates to review and collect required documentation; confirms candidates meet the minimum qualifications of the job classification.
• Conducts background investigation using tact and discretion; confirms information provided by candidates; makes inquiries to assist in determining credibility of statements; interviews references, including family, personal to include law enforcement and gathers evidence in order to provide a body of information for analysis; reviews local, state, and federal criminal databases; may conduct home visits and/or neighborhood checks which can include travel to locations outside of the county and/or outside of the state as necessary.
• Conducts follow‑up investigations regarding any negative information or discrepancies; conducts discrepancy interviews.
• Summarizes and explains progress and results of investigations with applicants and/or supervisor.
• Regularly prepares lists and records accounting for status of assigned investigative caseload.
• Maintains records, files, data and supporting documentation for each case handled; preserves evidence in a secure manner for evaluation and analysis; adherence to established customs and procedures regarding control and custody of records, including evidence.
• Analyzes information and evidence resulting from investigative activities drawing logical and objective conclusions; prepares written background investigation reports; confers with hiring managers; makes recommendations regarding suitability for employment.

Qualifications

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years full‑time equivalent experience performing employment investigative work in a government or contract investigative agency.
• Possession of a valid California driver license.
• Two (2) years full‑time equivalent experience performing criminal investigatory case work which involves suspects or actual violations of criminal laws, rules, regulations within an Investigations Division/Bureau with a Law Enforcement agency may substitute for the required employment work experience outlined above. Additional experience as described above may substitute for the required degree on a year‑for‑year basis. One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty‑five (45) quarter units.
• Desirable Qualifications:

• Law enforcement agency experience.
• Knowledge of MS applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Verification of Education and Experience

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Additional Information

The City and County of San Franklin encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Background Investigation: Prior to employment with the San Francisco Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate’s suitability for employment. The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records. Candidates may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening, must clear DOJ and FBI fingerprinting.

Contact: Sr. Human Resources Analyst, Anna Duong at [e-mail]