Public Safety Background Investigator — On-Call

City of Aurora; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Aurora is seeking a Background Investigator to conduct pre-employment background investigations across multiple city departments. The role requires thorough interviewing, data gathering, and report writing to determine applicant suitability. Training and travel may be required.

The position emphasizes integrity, customer service, and strong communication. Candidates should have relevant government experience and CVSA eligibility, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Two years working in a governmental or contract investigative agency performing pre-employment public safety background investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough and complete background investigations according to department and City HR policies.
• Reviews applications and directs applicants to provide additional information as needed.
• Contacts and conduct investigative interviews of applicants, candidate references, and employment references.
• Gathers, verifies, and analyzes personal, professional, credit/financial, and educational documents.
• Prepare letters, reports, and written summary of findings.
• Responds to requests for information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Public speaking

Crisis communications

Microsoft Windows

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CVSA tools

Job description

City of Aurora is seeking a Background Investigator to conduct pre-employment background investigations across multiple city departments. The role requires thorough interviewing, data gathering, and report writing to determine applicant suitability. Training and travel may be required.

The position emphasizes integrity, customer service, and strong communication. Candidates should have relevant government experience and CVSA eligibility, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.