What are the responsibilities and job description for the BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR position at Kaw Nation?
Immediate Supervisor: Chief of Police
Controlling Supervisor: Tribal Chair
Status: Full Time/ Regular
Location: Kaw City, OK
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the background investigator conducts background investigations by using a variety of investigative techniques on job applicants and current employees. The Background Investigator is a single-level, civilian classification within the Kaw Nation Police Department. This position investigates, prepares, and present findings used to determine an applicant’s suitability for employment based upon established standards and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately, both orally and in writing
- Basic knowledge of computer software programs
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with criminal and civil courts
- Experience working in a law enforcement environment
- Knowledge of research methods and procedures necessary to the completion of comprehensive background investigations
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducts thorough and complete background investigations; reviews application documents for completeness and directs applicants to provide additional information if needed
- Obtains and reviews records from the FBI, Department of Justice, State, Tribal and local law enforcement.
- Locates and reviews information regarding criminal history, police reports, school transcripts, credit reports, driving records, and other documentation available regarding applicants or employee history.
- Reviews standards and procedures as needed; keeps current on applicable federal and state laws.
- Maintain and document confidential information.
- Complete special projects and perform related duties as needed.
- Researches, obtains, and reviews data from various databases and information systems to verify information and/or check for inconsistencies related to applicant information.
Working Conditions:
- Work within an office environment within a law enforcement agency.
- Stand/sit at a keyboard or workstation for prolonged periods.
- Work standard business hours.
401K – Health – Dental – Vision – Life – Competitive Pay – Annual Leave – Sick Leave – Holidays Off
Below are the generous benefits of full-time employment when working at the Kaw Nation Tribal Government, Gaming Commission or Business Services:
- Free BlueCross BlueShield Medical (includes Pharmacy) Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma Dental Insurance optional for purchase by employee
- Vision Insurance optional for purchase by employee
- Life Insurance optional for purchase by employee
Also included are generous Annual Leave Days and Sick Leave Days accruals.
- Four (4) hours of Annual Leave begins accruing with the first paycheck and each full check during employment. As the employee’s length of service increases the 4 hours accrued increases to 6 (after 3 years), 8 (after 10 years), and 10 (after 15 years) hours per paycheck.
- Four (4) hours of Sick Leave begins accruing with the first paycheck and each full check during employment. This amount remains the same throughout employment.
If you have questions regarding these or any other benefits of Kaw Nation Tribal Government, Gaming Commission or Business Services, please contact the Human Resources Department at (580) 269-2552.