Experienced or Credentialed Background Investigator - West Coast Region

CACI International Inc

Livermore (CA)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in California is seeking an Experienced or Credentialed Background Investigator to conduct thorough background checks essential for national security. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, possess an active Top Secret clearance, and demonstrate exceptional communication skills, integrity, and the ability to travel locally. This full-time position allows for significant autonomy and comes with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

Conduct comprehensive interviews and document findings in detailed reports.
Ability to walk, type, sit, or stand for long periods.
Current driver's license and reliable personal vehicle required.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive interviews for background investigations.
Document all information received and submit detailed reports.
Travel locally as needed based on assignments.

Skills

Customer credential or ability to obtain

Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Impeccable work ethic

Ability to maintain a favorable determination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of general experience

Tools

Personal computer compatible with Microsoft applications

Job description

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Job Category: Service Contract Act

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Local

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At CACI, background investigation is more than research and reports; it's your chance to contribute to the safety and security of our nation in the company of colleagues who value trust and integrity above all else. CACI fosters a culture based on integrity, strong ethics, quality, and professionalism. Our staff has been an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004 and employs full-time and part-time investigators in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories.

What You’ll Get To Do

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. Document all information received and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict timeline.
TDY opportunity at locations across the U.S. for 2 or more weeks in duration
Opportunities to work on multiple field investigation contracts

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

Customer credential or the ability to obtain based on National Training Standard certification and experience conducting background investigations
Proven quality, timeliness, and production metrics
A Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance based on a T5 Investigation
Ability to maintain a favorable determination based on T5 Investigation
A sense of mission in support of national security initiatives
An impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitude
A current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to extensively travel locally on a daily basis dependent on assignment location
A home office equipped with high-speed Internet ($50 monthly internet stipend is provided)
A personal computer compatible with Microsoft applications (e.g. Word and Excel)
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 and includes:
Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.

This position description is not an active opening but is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may be considered for other positions at CACI.

What We Can Offer You

We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Since the position can be worked in more than one location, the rate shown is the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors. The actual rate will be based on contract, location and job classification.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage

$34.47

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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