Background Investigator

EMT Holdings; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Concierge contractor support

Mission-driven work

National security focus

Local travel required

Job summary

EMT Holdings in Effingham, IL is seeking a Background Investigator to conduct comprehensive interviews, review records, and determine suitability for national security-related roles. You will document findings and submit detailed reports within tight timelines.

Requirements include a BA/BS or equivalent, 3+ years in investigations, excellent written and oral communication, and willingness to travel locally. A Top-Secret/SFSSBI clearance is a typical expectation for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting background investigations.
• Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of related work experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel locally daily as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with subjects, employers, references and others to obtain facts.
• Review records to resolve issues and establish qualifications of the subject.
• Document information and submit a detailed report of investigation within deadlines.
• Maintain timelines and ensure accuracy and integrity of reports.

Skills

Interviewing

Background investigations

Report writing

Time management

Communication skills

Local travel

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Background Investigator – Effingham, IL

Number of Positions Available: 1

Date Posted: December 1, 2025

Responsibilities

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.

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).

Benefits

• 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.
• Competitive rates and business development opportunities.
• 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.