Remote Lead Background Investigator for Public Safety

KENTECH; Miami (FL); Remote; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Background Investigator to conduct impartial, fact-based pre-employment investigations for municipal government and law enforcement clients. This is a full-time, remote position for professionals with strong investigative, research, and writing skills.

You will analyze applications, conduct interviews, research public records, and produce clear, defensible investigative reports while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Pre‑Law, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
• Five or more years of investigative, journalistic, or related professional experience.
• Strong interviewing skills, including remote interviews.
• Excellent analytical thinking and professional writing abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Google Docs, spreadsheets, and investigative or case management tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance, including a PERC, if required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain FCRA Certification.
• Ability to meet productivity expectations and manage a consistent investigative workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre‑employment background investigations for law enforcement and government candidates.
• Review and analyze applications, employment history, criminal records, and public records.
• Conduct thorough interviews via phone or virtual platforms.
• Complete criminal history and civil record verifications using public sources.
• Identify inconsistencies, gaps, or red flags and determine appropriate follow‑up actions.
• Prepare detailed, well‑organized investigative reports.
• Communicate professionally and timely with internal teams and external agency stakeholders.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting required deadlines.

Skills

Interviewing

Analytical thinking

Professional writing

Discretion

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/Criminal Justice/Political Science/Pre-Law/Paralegal Studies

Tools

Google Docs

Spreadsheets

Investigative/case management tools

Job description

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Background Investigator to conduct impartial, fact-based pre-employment investigations for municipal government and law enforcement clients. This is a full-time, remote position for professionals with strong investigative, research, and writing skills.

You will analyze applications, conduct interviews, research public records, and produce clear, defensible investigative reports while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.