National Background Investigator — Remote Home Office

Peraton; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a full-time Background Investigator to support a national Background Investigations program. You will conduct investigations for federal agencies, complete training to Federal Investigative Standards, and travel as required to interview subjects, neighbors, and employers.

Responsibilities include record searches, reporting in government systems, and working both independently and within a team under a Field Manager. A TS clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor's degree; federal BI experience preferred
• 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
• Daily travel required locally and outside of primary work area as needed
• Home office required
• Temporary Duty Assignments (TDY)/remote travel ranging from 14 - 30 days away from home per TDY may be required
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement posted in job description
• A valid driver's license and full time usage of reliable transportation are required. Driving is an essential function of the job and Motor Vehicle Records may be checked as part of the hiring process or at any time during employment
• Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance
• Accurate and efficient typing capabilities (40+ WPM recommended) and ability to work within multiple computer programs concurrently
• 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
• Proficient grammar and writing skills in order to submit high quality reports with minimal or no errors
• Must be able to interact professionally with others, to write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, and able to pay attention to details while conducting fieldwork
• Maintain 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

Responsibilities

• Complete a full time, 6-7 week new Investigator training to be certified in the Federal Investigative Standards for government background investigations
• Travel daily when conducting in person background investigations for government access
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors, employers, friends and family
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
• Type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government issued computer system
• Work independently while also a member of a team of Investigators and with a Field Manager

Skills

Typing 40+ wpm

Writing skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Peraton is seeking a full-time Background Investigator to support a national Background Investigations program. You will conduct investigations for federal agencies, complete training to Federal Investigative Standards, and travel as required to interview subjects, neighbors, and employers.

Responsibilities include record searches, reporting in government systems, and working both independently and within a team under a Field Manager. A TS clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.