Background Investigator - Civilian

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Background Investigator - Civilian.

This position works dayshift, Monday - Friday.

Under the general direction of a Human Resources Manager, member performs professional and technical work in conducting detailed research and analysis of background investigation information pertaining to applicants seeking employment with the agency.  The work involves responsibility for interviewing applicants and subsequently requesting, receiving, and assessing information regarding education, employment, residency, and contact with law enforcement amongst others.  Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained. 

Supervises Others: No

• Evaluates and analyzes information to prepare a summary of the background and experiences of applicants for consideration of employment with the agency
• Conducts in-person interviews of applicants
• Performs detailed research utilizing various databases 
• Provides a written summary file review for supervisory review and comment prior to presentation for Sheriff
• Prepares weekly status updates of all assigned applicants to supervisors and colleagues
• Schedules applicants for required appointments including polygraph examination, facility tours, ride a longs and medical examinations
• Coordinates with internal and external partners for information sharing of applicants
• Reviews and compiles applicant information, in preparation for chain of command review
• Assists in the training of unit personnel regarding duties and responsibilities

• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
• This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
• Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
• This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed.  The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary 

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field 
• Two (2) years’ experience in information gathering and data analysis 
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license

• Knowledge of various database and software programs to efficiently perform the duties of the position
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to maintain well documented applicant files
• Ability to provide information correctly and concisely verbally and in writing
• Time management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Interview techniques preferred, but not required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate typing skills
• Ability to analyze police reports, court records, credit reports, criminal history, property records, social media and other sources of information necessary for intelligence gathering
• Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical workday to perform essential functions and responsibilities.  Members in this position may be required to:

• Sit up to 8 hours per day
• Stand up to 2 hours per day
• Walk up to 2 hours per day
• Occasionally lift up to 10 lbs.
• Occasionally bend, squat, climb, reach, kneel, and/or twist

Salary : $63,722 - $92,397