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Background Investigator

Coarsegold, CA • On-site

Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians
Public Administration • 51 - 200 employees
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$20 - $28/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Title: Background Investigator

Department: Backgrounds Department

Reports To: Background Supervisor

Classification: Non-Exempt

Status: Full-Time w/ Benefits

Salary Range: $20.00 per hour

Location: On-site

Job postings remain open for up to thirty (30) days or until a qualified candidate is selected. The organization reserves the right to close a posting at any time without prior notice, based on the hiring needs.

JOB SUMMARY

Entry-level regulatory position responsible for conducting background investigations of applicants seeking licensure to work in or conduct business with the Tribal gaming operation. Supports the Background Supervisor and Background Manager by gathering and verifying investigative information and preparing investigative reports for review.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Conduct background investigations of gaming employees and vendor applicants
  • Verify employment, education, criminal history, civil records, and references
  • Conduct court record searches and financial background checks when required
  • Prepare written investigative summaries and supporting documentation
  • Assist with applicant fingerprinting and Live Scan submissions
  • Maintain investigative files and licensing records
  • Communicate with law enforcement and regulatory agencies to obtain records
  • Ensure investigations comply with Tribal Gaming Commission Regulations, IGRA, and applicable federal requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • 0-2 years investigative, regulatory, administrative, or law enforcement support experience preferred
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Tribal Gaming License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field preferred

CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

  • Strong analytical and investigative skills
  • Clear and concise report writing ability
  • Attention to detail and record accuracy
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Professional integrity and impartial judgment



Application Process

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Completed application form

Current resume

Documentation of higher education

Verification of Tribal enrollment (required if claiming Tribal or Indian Preference)


Submission Instructions

Applications may be submitted on-line, by walk-in, or regular mail. Please send all materials to:

Human Resources Department P.O. Box 2226 Oakhurst, CA 93644


TRIBAL PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

In accordance with applicable Tribal law and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians (PRCI) Administration provides employment preference to enrolled PRCI Tribal Members. To qualify, applicants must submit valid proof of enrollment. Tribal Members who meet the minimum qualifications will be given preference in hiring, promotion, transfer, and layoff decisions. During the interview process, PRCI Tribal Members will receive an additional 7.5 points (10% of the 75-point interview rubric). Non-PRCI Native American candidates will receive an additional 5 points (6.7% of the total points) in accordance with Indian Preference guidelines.


INDIAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

In compliance with 25 CFR Part 276 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(i), employment preference shall be given to qualified applicants who are enrolled members of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, and secondarily, to another qualified American Indian/Alaska Native Candidate.

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