Background Investigator

EMT Holdings; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Concierge approach

Business development opportunities

Job summary

EMT Holdings in Columbia, MD seeks a National Training Standard (NTS) certified Background Investigator. You will conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review records to establish background, reputation, and qualifications.

You will document all information and submit a detailed report within a strict timeline, supporting national security initiatives.

Qualifications

• University degree (BA/BS) or equivalent and minimum 3 years of related work experience.
• Proven experience conducting background investigations.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to prepare lengthy reports.
• Impeccable work ethic, integrity and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a favorable determination based on an SSBI.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; willingness to travel locally daily.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals.
• Review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve material issues in a case or establish background, reputation, or qualifications.
• Document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict timeline.

Skills

Background investigations

Interviewing

Written reports

Time management

Communication

Integrity

Education

BA/BS or equivalent

Job description

Investigative Services

Background Investigator

Columbia, MD

Number of Positions Available in this Location: 6

Date Posted: December 1, 2025

About EMT Holdings

EMT Holdings is a small business provider of federal background investigation services supporting a Government Contract via a prime partnership with CACI. Our experienced staff demonstrate proven leadership, integrity, and professionalism with the mission of National Security above all else. We have a skilled contractor workforce nationwide and are committed to changing the landscape of the industry with an unmatched team.

What You'll Get To Do

We are currently seeking National Training Standard (NTS) certified Credentialed Background Investigators nationally.

You’ll conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. You will document all information received and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict timeline.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• A sense of mission in support of national security initiatives.
• An impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitude.
• Ability to walk, type, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports.
• Experience conducting background investigations.
• Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of related work experience.
• Proven quality, timeliness, and production metrics.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a favorable determination based on a Single Scope Background Investigation.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required as driving is an essential function of this position. May use public transportation if available, and practical. Must be willing to travel locally daily dependent on assignment location.

Clearance

Favorable adjudication Top- Secret Clearance based on a T5 or Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

What We Can Offer You

• An exceptionally trained and dedicated staff that is driven to not become just another “big box company.”
• A concierge approach that allows our contractors to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive rates and business development opportunities.
• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
• We want to win with you, not because of you!