Experienced Background Investigator - Mullin, TX

Peraton; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Mullin, TX seeks an experienced background investigator to support national security efforts. You will travel locally and regionally to interview subjects, gather records, and prepare thorough reports for government review. Strong ethics, clear communication, and a professional demeanor are essential.

Requirements include Top Secret eligibility, U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma, and relevant investigative experience. A valid driver's license and ability to travel are a must.

Qualifications

• Top Secret eligibility or active clearance preferred.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Minimum high school diploma.
• 1 year of federal background investigative experience in the last five years.
• 3 years of general investigative or law enforcement experience in the last five years.
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle.
• Must carry motor vehicle insurance as specified.
• Daily travel in and outside primary work area.
• Home office required.
• Must reside within 50 miles of Mullin, TX.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily to conduct in-person background investigations for employment suitability.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, and friends.
• Perform record searches at police, courts, schools, banks, and health facilities.
• Type and report all information into a government system clearly and concisely.
• Work independently and as part of a team with a Field Manager.
• Maintain professionalism, attendance, punctuality, and attention to detail in field work.
• Maintain confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
• Adhere to professional attire requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk long distances, and drive in various conditions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Typing 40+ WPM

Attention to detail

Time management

Travel readiness

Confidentiality

Job description

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; Active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred
• U.S. citizenship
• At minimum, High School diploma
• 1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience (where investigator training compliant with National Training Standards took place) within the last five (5) years
• 3 years of general experience (i.e. military, local, state or federal law enforcement or investigative functions) within the last 5 years and Completion of “New Investigator” training
• A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle
• Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance, specifics of which will be provided
• Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area, as needed
• Home office required
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals and personalities professionally and effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate typing (40+ WPM recommended) and computer skills
• Must be able to speak for extended periods of time and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone; record, read and transcribe words and numbers with a high degree of accuracy
• Demonstrated metrics in quality, timeliness, and production
• Travel required locally and outside of primary work area. Local travel consists of approximately 15-20% of work week.
• Temporary Duty Assignments opportunities several times per year ranging from 14 – 30 days

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time experienced background investigator near Mullin, TX. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of the city center of Mullin.

What you’ll do:

The Investigator will be responsible for the following but not limited to:

• Travel daily when conducting in person background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
• Investigators will schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews throughout their designated area with the subject and their neighbors, employers, and friends
• Investigators will also perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
• Investigators are required to type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government issued computer system
• Working independently while also a member of a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager
• Interact professionally with others, write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, and be able to pay attention to details while conducting field work
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity
• Professional attire required
• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing and drive in adverse and/or night conditions