Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Experienced Background Investigator
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Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Experienced Background Investigator
VA · On-site
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts. * Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. * Current Top Secret clearance. BENEFITS Constellis ...
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Experienced Background Investigator (Nationwide PT)
Columbia, MD · Remote
$26.07 - $47.98/hr
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Columbia, MD · Remote
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Experienced Background Investigator (SOUTHEAST REGION)
$47K - $58K/yr
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Experienced Background Investigator (Nationwide PT)
Columbia, MD · Remote
$26.07 - $47.98/hr
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Experienced Background Investigator (Nationwide PT)
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Experienced Background Investigator (NORTHEAST REGION)
$47K - $58K/yr
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Experienced Background Investigator (NORTHEAST REGION)
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Experienced Background Investigator - Memphis, TN
Memphis, TN · On-site
$26.07/hr
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Experienced Background Investigator - Memphis, TN
Memphis, TN · On-site
$26.07/hr
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time experienced background investigator near Memphis, TN. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of the city center of Memphis.
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Responsibilities Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time experienced background investigator near Memphis, TN. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of the city center of Memphis.
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time experienced background investigator near Memphis, TN. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of the city center of Memphis.
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| Employer & Industry Usage | Used by government agencies, security firms, and corporations for thorough background checks | Commonly employed in similar settings but with less complex cases |
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Constellis rating
7.2
Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
37th of 116 rated security
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY
Conduct federal 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.
HOURLY RATE
Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, education, and contract requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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 as cases are assigned.
- 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.
- 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.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 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 Federal Investigator Standards (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.
- Requires intermittent standing, writing/typing, walking, sitting, and driving throughout the workday, and may include for multiple hours.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
- Office of Personnel Management investigator training.
- Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts.
- Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
- Current Top Secret clearance.
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.
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Industry
Investigation and physical security services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Moyock, NC, US
Year founded
2010