Background Investigations & Adjudication Specialist

United States Postal Service; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Postal Service is seeking a specialist to adjudicate Tier 1, 2 and 4 personnel suitability background investigations for career and non-career employees, contractors and vendors. The role involves reviewing investigation reports, requesting additional information, interviewing subjects when needed, and issuing determinations that reflect applicable laws, policies and adjudicative standards.

It requires strong attention to detail, ability to work in a cross-functional team, and

Responsibilities

• Adjudicates personnel suitability investigations for employees, contractors and vendors in adherence with policies and procedures.
• Prepares requests for additional investigation or interviews when issues are not resolved.
• Reviews background investigation reports for compliance with federal standards.
• Provides guidance and training to new employees and contractors.
• Accesses databases for confidential information and initiates checks.
• Tracks and monitors background investigation requests and reports status.
• Responds to inquiries about completed and open investigations.

Job description

United States Postal Service is seeking a specialist to adjudicate Tier 1, 2 and 4 personnel suitability background investigations for career and non-career employees, contractors and vendors. The role involves reviewing investigation reports, requesting additional information, interviewing subjects when needed, and issuing determinations that reflect applicable laws, policies and adjudicative standards.

It requires strong attention to detail, ability to work in a cross-functional team, and