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Job Description
Position Description
Under general supervision, Background Investigators perform background investigations of candidates for employment with the Police Department; register sex offenders and arson offenders in compliance with Penal Code and research background of offenders; and process U-VISA certification requests.
Background Investigator is a specialized non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents schedule and interview candidates for employment with the Police Department; obtain information regarding past employment, residences, credit history and criminal history; explain the background process to candidates; obtain signatures from candidates on release forms; register sex offenders and arson offenders; research background of offenders; maintain information in the California Sex and Arson Registry, and make corrections or work with the Department of Justice to make corrections, as necessary; answer questions from sex offenders, arson offenders, and citizens inquiring about sex offenders and arson offenders; transport and book sexual assault kits, including completing related paperwork; process U-VISA certification requests or forward such requests to the agency with appropriate jurisdiction.
This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the Department Director.
Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
The City of Fresno offers an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package. The employee benefits package, as noted below, is subject to change and includes:
UNIT 2 Classification - Management Confidential - Unrepresented
HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental, and vision for the employee and their dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays in addition to one (1) birthday and two (2) personal days.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 60 hours per fiscal year, 48 of which can be cashed out annually. ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrual of 15.5 hours per month of Annual Leave, with cash-out provisions. SUPPLEMENTAL SICK: 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
LIFE INSURANCE: Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by the City. LONG-TERM DISABILITY: Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement System - one of the state's most well-funded public retirement systems. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies, including CalPERS. Retirement benefits vest after five years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP): a voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits into a special savings account within the retirement system while working for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation requires a minimum age of 50 and that the employee is vested. Benefits include ownership of the accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
The Requirements
Three (3) years of public safety investigation experience.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
Eligibles certified to the Police Department for consideration must successfully complete a Computer Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) and/or polygraph test, an extensive background investigation, and a department interview before receiving conditional offers of employment. Individuals receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the Department of Justice fingerprinting process before receiving a final offer of employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):
For assignment to the Personnel Bureau, successful completion of the 32-hour POST certified Basic Law Enforcement Background Course within 12 months of assignment. If you currently possess this certificate, please attach it to your application for verification.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified applicants must submit an official City of Fresno application on-line by the filing deadline. Applications may be submitted at www.fresno.gov/jobs. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. A select group of candidates will be invited to participate in the department interviews. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
Inquiries should be directed to:
Leshea Tarver, Sr Human Resources/Risk Analyst
2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030
Fresno, California 93721-3614
(559) 621-6950
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please refer to our Career Opportunities web page on the City of Fresno web site.
Closing Date/Time: 02/12/2025 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Fresno
Show moreThe City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.
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Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.
Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.
The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.
City Government
Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City
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