Contract Investigator - Boone, NC

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation seeks contract investigators in Boone, NC, to support DHS and intelligence community background investigations. The role emphasizes conducting interviews, collecting facts, and producing comprehensive reports while traveling within the assigned geographic area.

Candidate must hold or be eligible for SSBI or Secret clearance, have a valid driver's license, and be willing to travel to various locations. Work is on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed hours.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of specialized Federal Background investigative experience within the last 5 years.
• Some FIS experience is required.
• Reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness to travel for temporary duty assignments (by car or plane).
• Pass background checks and required training.
• Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret varied instructions.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret journals, procedures, or regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Proficiency with MS Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Current SSBI or active Secret clearance and ability to obtain the required clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person, one-on-one subject interviews to obtain factual information.
• Obtain factual information to create reports of investigation.
• Travel to investigate at various locations as cases are assigned.
• Be willing to travel within the geographic area as needed (30–50 miles).
• Engage with managers, contractors, and government agencies to maintain relationships.
• Adapt to changing environments and communicate effectively.
• Maintain professional demeanor in all situations.
• Handle workloads based on available leads and cases.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

FIS Experience

MS Windows proficiency

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPo

SSBI/Secret clearance

Driving record

Travel readiness

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice

Background Investigator Training (NTS)

Current Top Secret clearance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet & Email

Job description

• Minimum of 1 year of specialized Federal Background investigative experience within the last 5 years;
• Must have some 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.

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporationis seeking talented individuals committed to excellence, honesty, and integrity to join our team. We are a trusted provider of high quality background investigations programs to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the intelligence community at locations throughout the United States.OMNIPLEX is seeking to fill immediate and upcoming openings for Contract Investigators.A Contract Investigator works for us on an as needed basis and no hours are guaranteed. We prefer Contractors to be available to work a minimum of ten hours per week where work is available. Candidate must be willing to travel within a 35-50 mile radius from city location.

• Candidate must be local to Boone, NC

QUALIFICATIONS:

• U.S. Citizenship;
• H.S. Diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum of 1 year of specialized Federal Background investigative experience within the last 5 years;
• Must have some 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 government 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.

Job Duties and 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 as cases are assigned.
• 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.

Desired Experience and Education:

• Background Investigator Training that meets the National Training Standards (NTS)
• Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts.
• Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
• Current Top Secret clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is typically based in the investigator's home office as well as in the investigator's personal vehicle traveling to various field locations to conduct interviews. Coverage area varies and could include some extended drives. Work hours vary depending on availability of leads and do not always fall within normal business hours, to include potential weekend hours or third-shift appointments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires intermittent standing, writing/typing, walking, sitting, and driving throughout the workday, and may include for multiple hours.