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
- 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
Required Qualifications
- 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
Candidates must submit proof of current California POST Background Investigator certification to as part of the application process. Applications without valid POST certification will not be considered.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $70000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
WHO WE ARE
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is a premier U.S.-based background investigation solutions firm and licensed Private Detective Agency. Our team of investigative experts blends cutting-edge technology with industry insight to deliver fast accurate and comprehensive reports.
With deep cross-industry experience we provide fully compliant investigative services that meet the high demands of todays business environment.
WHAT WE DO
We offer customized background screening solutions tailored to meet the needs of diverse industries.
Our advanced tools and digital platforms allow us to conduct background and security checks up to 75% faster than traditional methods.
With real-time access to over 500 million records KENTECH is a trusted authority in background checking technology across the U.S.
OUR VISION
To help the world make clear and informed decisions.
OUR MISSION
To deliver fast accurate and secure background investigations on a global scalesupporting safer hiring decisions and stronger communities.
CAREERS AT KENTECH
Were building a team of remarkable individuals who are:
Critical thinkers and problem solvers who see challenges as opportunities
Driven professionals who create meaningful impact through their ideas and results
Mission-driven collaborators who believe in the power of digital identity to create safer environments
Naturally curious and eager to innovate in an ever-changing landscape
Team players who believe in the value of camaraderie laughter and high standards
WHO THRIVES HERE
- People who never back down from a tough challenge
- Professionals who bring their best every dayand uplift others around them
- Individuals who value purpose performance and a good laugh
- Teammates who want to shape the future of digital security and identification
- You if youre reading this and thinking: This sounds like my kind of place.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
Ready to do work that matters with people who care
Explore our current openingsyour future team is waiting.
Responsive recruiterBackground InvestigatorStatus: Conditional Pending Contract Award Classification: Investigator (W-2 or Independent Contractor TBD)Role OverviewBackground Investigators will conduct comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for sworn and civilian Fire Department cand...
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
- 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
Required Qualifications
- 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
Candidates must submit proof of current California POST Background Investigator certification to as part of the application process. Applications without valid POST certification will not be considered.
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $70000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
WHO WE ARE
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is a premier U.S.-based background investigation solutions firm and licensed Private Detective Agency. Our team of investigative experts blends cutting-edge technology with industry insight to deliver fast accurate and comprehensive reports.
With deep cross-industry experience we provide fully compliant investigative services that meet the high demands of todays business environment.
WHAT WE DO
We offer customized background screening solutions tailored to meet the needs of diverse industries.
Our advanced tools and digital platforms allow us to conduct background and security checks up to 75% faster than traditional methods.
With real-time access to over 500 million records KENTECH is a trusted authority in background checking technology across the U.S.
OUR VISION
To help the world make clear and informed decisions.
OUR MISSION
To deliver fast accurate and secure background investigations on a global scalesupporting safer hiring decisions and stronger communities.
CAREERS AT KENTECH
Were building a team of remarkable individuals who are:
Critical thinkers and problem solvers who see challenges as opportunities
Driven professionals who create meaningful impact through their ideas and results
Mission-driven collaborators who believe in the power of digital identity to create safer environments
Naturally curious and eager to innovate in an ever-changing landscape
Team players who believe in the value of camaraderie laughter and high standards
WHO THRIVES HERE
- People who never back down from a tough challenge
- Professionals who bring their best every dayand uplift others around them
- Individuals who value purpose performance and a good laugh
- Teammates who want to shape the future of digital security and identification
- You if youre reading this and thinking: This sounds like my kind of place.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
Ready to do work that matters with people who care
Explore our current openingsyour future team is waiting.
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