Intermittent (part-time) Background Investigator

constelliscareers; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellis is seeking an investigator to conduct federal background investigations and prepare reports in compliance with standards and regulations. The role requires local presence in Lancaster/Palmdale, CA, and may involve travel to residences, workplaces, and educational facilities.

The candidate should have at least 1 year of investigations experience and possess, or be able to obtain, SSBI or Secret-level clearance. Proficiency in MS Office and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Must be local to Lancaster or Palmdale, CA.
• Minimum of 1 year within the last five years of investigations experience at federal/state/local level.
• Must have SSBI or active Secret level security clearance.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Willing to travel for temporary duty assignments (car or plane).
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general Windows use.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations in the geographic area of responsibility and travel to employment, residence, and education locations.
• Perform in-person interviews to obtain factual information about background and character.
• Prepare investigative reports compliant with Federal Investigative Standards and agency regulations.
• Engage with government agencies, contractors, and law enforcement to maintain relationships.
• Work from home office and travel as needed; adapt to various environments and schedules.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Valid driver's license

Willing to travel

SSBI/secret clearance

MS Office

Windows operating environment

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Conduct federal background investigations and prepare reports of investigations in compliance with Federal Investigative Standards, all laws, and other required federal agency regulations. Work cases throughout the geographic area of responsibility and travel to various places of employment, residence and education institutions.

Candidate must be local to Lancaster or Palmdale, California.

HOURLY RATE

The hourly rate for this position is $25.00 - $45.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, education, contract requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• U.S. Citizenship;
• H.S. Diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum of 1 year within the last five (5) years of investigations experience at the federal, state, or local level of government;
• Must have some direct 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 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.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 when cases become available.
• 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.

• 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.

BENEFITS

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet