What are the responsibilities and job description for the BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR: 1099 position at KENTECH?
Background Investigator
Status: Conditional – Pending Contract Award
Classification: Investigator (W-2 or Independent Contractor, TBD)
Role Overview
Background Investigators will conduct comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for sworn and civilian Fire Department candidates in accordance with City of Oakland requirements and under the supervision of the Lead Background Investigator.
Key Responsibilities
Flexible work from home options available.
Status: Conditional – Pending Contract Award
Classification: Investigator (W-2 or Independent Contractor, TBD)
Role Overview
Background Investigators will conduct comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for sworn and civilian Fire Department candidates in accordance with City of Oakland requirements and under the supervision of the Lead Background Investigator.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct full-scope background investigations from initiation through completion
- Review and validate candidate Personal History Statements
- Perform candidate interviews and documentation reviews
- Verify employment, education, licenses, and professional references
- Conduct criminal, civil, DMV, SSN trace, and related record checks
- Collect and document required photographs and identifying materials
- Maintain detailed, accurate investigative files
- Meet required turnaround times, including academy surge periods
- Comply with all City, state, and federal regulations governing investigations
- Prior experience in background investigations, law enforcement, or related investigative work
- Familiarity with FCRA and investigative consumer report requirements
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously
- Commitment to confidentiality and data security standards
Flexible work from home options available.