Background Investigator Part-Time

Under the direction of the Police Major, conducts background investigations of candidates for employment. Work is performed without close supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment. Also responsible for actively recruiting and identifying quality candidates for Police Department vacancies. Work is reviewed through observation, conferences, and review of written reports for results obtained and adherence to established policies and procedures.

• Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Public Administration, Human Resources Management or related field.*
• Five (5) years of law enforcement investigative experience.
• Possession of a valid Class "E" Florida driver's license with satisfactory driving record throughout employment.
• Must be able to obtain Driver and Vehicle Information Database (D.A.V.I.D.) certification.
• Must have or be able to obtain Florida Crime Information Center certification.
• Must have an acceptable background record.
  
  

*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

• Conducts complete background investigations for sworn, civilian and volunteers within the Police Department and/or other applicants by obtaining factual information from a variety of personal and record sources to produce a final report of investigation, containing all pertinent facts, of an individual's background and character, in accordance with agency guidelines, Town Polices as well as Federal/State Labor Laws.
• Prepares written reports, forms, and other documents as required.
• Complete standardized Departmental forms relating to background investigations.
• Prepares Background Investigation Summary report outlining the candidates test, interview and background investigation results.
• Prepares detailed reports pertaining to Departmental business on such forms and in such format as may be required.
• Develops and maintains a professional relationship with a network of professional associates and experts from a variety of fields, such as government, military, executives, medical providers and psychologists; develops rapport, integrity and respect with that professional network.
• Makes recommendations for improvements to the background screening process and/or investigative techniques and resources necessary for proper background screening.
• Is able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups orally and in writing.
• Attends training sessions, seminars and conferences as it pertains to background investigations.
• Researches and coordinates with designated personnel to attend job fairs, networking events, and other events to actively recruit potential Police Department applicants.
• Reviews personal history questionnaires of Police Department applicants to identify best quality candidates for interview.
• Communicates with and counsels applicants regarding job requirements and employment process.
• Schedules and conducts applicant interviews with designated personnel.
• Schedules applicants for off-site and on-site testing.
  
  

All Applicants Must

• Have no felony convictions;
• Not have any driver's license suspensions within five (5) years of the date of this application;
• Not have steroid usage within three (3) years of the date of this application;
• Not have a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years;
• Not have visible tattoos above the collarbone on the neck, face, head, scalp or on the hands;
• Not have used any illegal controlled substances within three (3) years of the date of this application.
• Not have used any tobacco products within six (6) months of the date of this application.