Experienced Background Investigator
- Great Lakes, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. Document all information received and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict timeline.You’ll Bring These Qualifications
- Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance based on a T5 Investigation.
- Ability to maintain a favorable determination based on T5 Investigation.
- Customer credential or the ability to obtain based on National Training Standard certification and experience conducting background investigations.
- A Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
- Proven quality, timeliness, and production metrics.
- A sense of mission in support of national security initiatives.
- An impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitude.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to:
- Express information clearly to individuals or groups, adapting to audience and context; make convincing oral presentations; actively listen and respond appropriately.
- Demonstrate understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and professionalism, including when working with difficult, hostile, or distressed individuals; relate well to people from diverse backgrounds; and remain sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
- Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicate in a succinct, organized manner; and produce detailed, accurate written information, including technical material, suited to the intended audience.
- A current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to extensively travel locally on a daily basis (dependent on assignment location).
- A home office equipped with high-speed Internet ($50 monthly internet stipend is provided).
- A personal computer compatible with Microsoft applications (e.g., Word and Excel).
- Ability to walk, type, sit, or stand for long periods of time.
- TDY opportunity at locations across the U.S. for 2 or more weeks in duration.
- Opportunities to work on multiple field investigation contracts.