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Background Clearance Specialist

Harry Reid International Airport
Las Vegas, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2024 CLOSED ON 8/13/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Background Clearance Specialist position at Harry Reid International Airport?

About The Position

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Background Clearance Specialist position. This position provides difficult, technical, complex or specialized office and background check work in support of Clark County Department of Aviation security and safety, including fingerprinting, badging, managing sensitive information and providing security training.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility L ist to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process .

This position is confidential and excluded from membership in the union.

Minimum Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of full-time general clerical experience, one (1) year of which includes supporting one (1) or more of the following: background investigations, fingerprinting, identity management, or other closely related security functions. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application . Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Working Conditions: May be exposed to alcohol solution and physical contact with members of the public.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.

Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion tasks, stamina to stand for sustained periods of time. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs difficult, complex, technical and/or specialized activities related to background check processes including criminal history checks, fingerprinting, badging, education and employment verifications, etc. Professionally greets and assists customers and provides information regarding the identification program; explains laws, rules and regulations; interprets departmental policy and procedures; assists customers with completion of the appropriate forms for specified request; and resolves information and documentation discrepancies with customer. Accesses NCIC and other criminal history systems and fingerprints applicants using electronic fingerprint equipment in strict compliance with system specifications, applicable laws and departmental policies and procedures; transmits data to appropriate federal agencies in compliance with all applicable policies and procedures. Notifies employers, supervisors, staff and others on background clearances and responds to enquiries in person, by email or by telephone. Reviews and processes requests for employee access badges, ensures requests are accurate and complete and in accordance with departmental policy. May collect fees by cash or credit; keeps appropriate records of all financial transactions. May conduct training and oversee the planning, preparation, coordination and the execution of training related to background check processes, security and record keeping. Researches and collects information from a variety of sources for the completion of background checks; maintains office files for required documentation in alpha or numeric sequence; files back-up documentation in accordance with record-keeping procedures and applicable laws. Communicates verbally and in writing; prepares specialized documents, reports and forms using word processor or computer; operates all standard office equipment. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of the team. Assists with compliance audits as required by policy and statute. Processes and maintains sensitive security information in reference to confidential Criminal History Records Checks, documents, forms, investigative information and/or Security Threat Assessments (STAs). Performs other related duties as assigned.

Join the Clark County Department of Aviation Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Alternative Work Schedules
  • More Money in Your Pocket
    • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
    • No Social Security Deduction
    • No State Income Taxes
Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following15 days of employment

  • Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
    • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
    • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
    • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include:

  • 12 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave

Other leave options

  • Catastrophic Leave
  • Parental Leave - Up to 90 days

Tool Allowance for certain eligible positions. Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include

  • Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
  • Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
  • Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan

Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer Community Volunteer Opportunities Comprehensive training program Wellness program

Closing Date/Time: 8/13/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
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