What are the responsibilities and job description for the Background Investigator position at Prince William County Government?
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Do you have knowledge of hiring procedures, as well as interview and investigation skills? Are you interested in working for an organization that promotes public safety in the community? The Prince William County Department of Public Safety Communications is seeking a qualified, well organized, and detail-oriented candidate for the position of background Investigator. Come join our diverse and dynamic organization! About This Role: The successful candidate serves a vital role in the hiring process while providing essential support to the Department of Public Safety Communications. This position will manage scheduling applicants for the various steps in the hiring process to include psychological and medical exams; Conduct criminal history checks, driving record checks and review personal history information; Conduct interviews by telephone and/or in-person and provide detailed written reports of findings and recommendations.Minimum Requirements: The successful candidate must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality, must have experience in conducting investigations that includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings and have experience writing comprehensive narrative reports. The candidate must also successfully complete a background investigation course within 6 months of date of hire.Preferences: A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a background investigator in public safety. Experience using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on date. Special Requirements (if applicable): Must successfully pass a full background investigation to include a polygraph, psychological evaluation, and medical exam. This is a contract position.Work Schedule: In-person work schedule is flexible and dependent on department and applicant needs. This is a telework eligible role that may revert to in-office scheduling if business needs change.Starting Salary Range: $35.00-$39.00 hourly. Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are used to sort and screen applications. Questions should mirror the Minimum Requirements and Preferences. Please include weight or score to indicate which answer options are the preferred responses. Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Do you have knowledge of hiring procedures, as well as interview and investigation skills? Are you interested in working for an organization that promotes public safety in the community? The Prince William County Department of Public Safety Communications is seeking a qualified, well organized, and detail-oriented candidate for the position of background Investigator. Come join our diverse and dynamic organization! About This Role: The successful candidate serves a vital role in the hiring process while providing essential support to the Department of Public Safety Communications. This position will manage scheduling applicants for the various steps in the hiring process to include psychological and medical exams; Conduct criminal history checks, driving record checks and review personal history information; Conduct interviews by telephone and/or in-person and provide detailed written reports of findings and recommendations.Minimum Requirements: The successful candidate must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality, must have experience in conducting investigations that includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings and have experience writing comprehensive narrative reports. The candidate must also successfully complete a background investigation course within 6 months of date of hire.Preferences: A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a background investigator in public safety. Experience using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on date. Special Requirements (if applicable): Must successfully pass a full background investigation to include a polygraph, psychological evaluation, and medical exam. This is a contract position.Work Schedule: In-person work schedule is flexible and dependent on department and applicant needs. This is a telework eligible role that may revert to in-office scheduling if business needs change.Starting Salary Range: $35.00-$39.00 hourly. Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are used to sort and screen applications. Questions should mirror the Minimum Requirements and Preferences. Please include weight or score to indicate which answer options are the preferred responses. Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Salary : $35 - $39
