Personnel Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Determining the employment suitability of applicants who require security clearances.
• Reviewing questionnaire answers, statements of personal history, and other related data prior to starting formal background checks.
• Investigating pertinent background information, such as credit bureau reports, local agency checks, criminal records, and traffic violations.
• Evaluating interview answers and investigating potentially adverse information.
• Drafting follow-up questions for cases where insufficient information was provided.
• Determining the authenticity and veracity of all background information, interview answers, and statements.
• Preparing reports and recommending whether security clearances should be granted, suspended, revoked, or denied.
• Documenting processes and ensuring the protection of sensitive information.
• Developing and maintaining sound background investigation practices, as well as ensuring compliance.