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Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Background Investigators (Part-Time)
Posting Number
25TM0243
Department
Rutgers Police NB
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Background Investigator for Rutgers Police.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Review completed background interview forms of public safety candidates with each candidate, checking for inconsistencies, errors, omissions, falsifications, and minimum requirements to ensure accuracy and completion before beginning the initial candidate interview.
- Obtains and reviews records from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and State and Municipal law enforcement records, where the candidate has resided to determine if the candidate was a witness, victim, suspect, or perpetrator of any crime; Obtains and reviews reports from credit reporting agencies in order to evaluate candidate’s financial responsibility.
- Obtains and reviews arrest reports, witness statements, discipline, employment records, and other relevant documents to determine candidate compliance with Rutgers University policies and federal and state law as applicable.
- Conducts background investigations by interviewing employers, co-workers, neighbors, law enforcement officials, military personnel, members of the candidate’s family, and personal references.
- Makes additional inquiries to assist in determining the credibility of statements.
- Prepare detailed and complete interview statements for each person being interviewed to allow a reviewer to draw reasonable and logical conclusions about the prospective candidates.
- Prepares final background investigation package for presentation to supervision and management by organizing all investigative material in accordance with established procedures.
- Meets regularly with management and/or candidate in order to keep them apprised of the status of the investigation(s).
- Completes background packages for review and final recommendation.
FLSA
Nonexempt
Salary Details
$24.00 - $34.00/hourly
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status
Part Time
Working Hours
19.5
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
- Valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Read, comprehend and interpret detailed, complex written material;
- Prepare clear, concise written reports;
- Analyze complex ideas or activities into smaller parts; simultaneously consider numerous facts, perceive patterns and relationships, develop theories about past occurrences based on numerous small bits of information or evidence, compare and interpret information, recognize and examine discrepancies, and draw logical conclusions;
- Manage time sufficient to prioritize and combine investigations when practicable to ensure timely completion;
- Handle several cases at one time;
- Utilize appropriate investigative techniques for the administrative investigation to frame a reflective image of the candidate’s background;
- Communicate and deal tactfully, persuasively, and effectively with coworkers, supervisors, management, and the public;
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity through tact and courtesy when dealing with individuals from various social, cultural, racial, and economic backgrounds;
- Work cooperatively as part of a team;
- Remain calm and focused when interviewing distraught, angry, or combative persons;
- Demonstrate practical interpersonal skills required to discuss matters which are of a sensitive and sometimes inflammatory nature with candidates, supervisors, and management;
- Listen, in person and on the telephone, as required to pay close attention to what is being said and ask follow‐up questions;
- Develop pertinent questions for interviews, perceive when the person being interviewed has not understood, rephrase/clarify questions, follow up on unanswered questions or conflicting statements and keep the interview focused on the material to be covered.
- Positive selection standards and automatic disqualifiers as established by New Jersey Law, Rutgers University Policy, and the Police Training Commission Act;
- Confidentiality laws and issues such as confidentiality of personnel records, handling requests for information on candidates from operating departments, the public, or the media;
- Rationales for confidentiality sufficient to ensure the integrity and personal privacy of the candidate’s background investigation file and all information contained therein;
- Principles and practices of confidentiality sufficient to recognize actions that may compromise the integrity of investigation or investigation file documents; and
- Principles and practices of conducting personnel investigations, including; but not limited to: interview techniques, fingerprinting procedures; criminal history checks, and social media.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior certified law enforcement officer or civilian associated with a law enforcement agency.
- Notary
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
- Clean Driving Record
Posting Details
Posting Open Date
06/12/2025
Posting Close Date
06/12/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- List of Professional References (contact Info)
Salary : $24 - $34