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Government Contracts Drivers Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

... government clients, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), FEMA ... Perform constructability reviews and identify project risks, assumptions, and cost drivers to ...

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How much do government contracts drivers jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for government contracts drivers in Baton Rouge, LA is $35.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.63 and $60.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Government Contracts Drivers vs Delivery Drivers?

AspectGovernment Contracts DriversDelivery Drivers
CredentialsValid commercial driver's license (CDL), background checks, possibly security clearanceValid driver's license, background checks
Work EnvironmentTransporting government equipment or personnel, often in secure or specialized vehiclesDelivering packages or food, often in urban or suburban areas
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, contractors

Government Contracts Drivers and Delivery Drivers both require valid licenses and background checks, but Government Contracts Drivers often handle secure or specialized transport for government agencies, working in more regulated environments. Delivery Drivers focus on commercial or personal package delivery, typically in less secure settings. The roles differ mainly in the nature of cargo, security requirements, and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Government Contracts Drivers job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,853 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

Contract Investigator - Baton Rouge, LA

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Conduct in-person interviews with subjects to gather background and character information.

  • Travel within the geographic area to perform investigations at various locations such as employment, residence, and educational institutions.

  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, government organizations, and law enforcement agencies.

Job description

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation is seeking talented individuals committed to excellence, honesty, and integrity to join our team.We are a trusted provider of high quality background investigations programs to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the intelligence community at locations throughout the United States. OMNIPLEX is seeking to fill immediate and upcoming openings for Contract Investigators.A Contract Investigator works for us on an as needed basis and no hours are guaranteed. We prefer Contractors to be available to work a minimum of ten hours per week where work is available.Candidate must be willing to travel within a 35-50 mile radius from city location.
  • Candidate must be local to Baton Rouge, LA
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • U.S. Citizenship;
  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent;
  • Minimum of 1 year of specialized Federal Background investigative experience within the last 5 years;
  • Must have some 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 background checks and 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.
Job Duties and 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.
Desired Experience and Education:
  • Background Investigator Training that meets the National Training Standards (NTS)
  • Prior background investigations experience supporting government contracts.
  • Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
  • Current Top Secret clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS:
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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires intermittent standing, writing/typing, walking, sitting, and driving throughout the workday, and may include for multiple hours.

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