Intermittent (part-time) Background Investigator

Position Summary Conduct federal background investigations and prepare reports of investigations in compliance with Federal Investigative Standards, all laws, and other required federal agency regulations. Work cases throughout the geographic area of responsibility and travel to various places of employment, residence and education institutions. Candidate must be local to El Centro or Imperial, California.HOURLY RATE The hourly rate for this position is $25.00 - $44.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, education, contract requirements.Responsibilities U.S. CitizenshipH.S. Diploma or equivalentMinimum of 1 year within the last five (5) years of investigations experience at the federal, state, or local level of governmentMust have some direct FIS ExperienceReliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving recordWilling to travel on temporary duty assignments as needed (by car or plane)Successfully pass background checks and all required trainingAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization existsAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram, or schedule formAbility to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulationsAbility to write reports and business correspondenceAbility to work in a MS Window based operating environment, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Internet and E-mailCurrent (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 clearanceRequires intermittent standing, writing/typing, walking, sitting, and driving throughout the workday, and may include for multiple hoursQualifications 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 instructionsObtain 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 instructionsTravel throughout the geographic area of responsibility to conduct investigations at various places of employment, residence, and education institutions when cases become availableMust be willing to travel in and around assigned location within 30‑50 miles (or more) as neededEngage 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 relationshipsAdapt to changing situations and environments as they occur and be able to interact with people from all walks of life and socioeconomic levelsDemonstrate strong verbal and written communications skills and exhibit professional demeanor in all situationsWork load based on availability of cases in geographic areaSome voluntary, temporary duty assignments in other areas of the country (typically 2-4 weeks at a time) are possibleOther duties as requiredWork 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 appointmentsBenefits Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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