Background Investigator

Grants Pass, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Position

The Background Investigator is a temporary/on-call position that conducts background investigators for police department applicants and other City Departments. The background investigation is conducted by reviewing files documents records references and interviewing the applicant employers colleagues supervisors and members of the applicants family. Preparing a background report and making a conclusion are a function of this position.

This position works a varied on-call status as backgrounds are assigned. Background investigators work an independent schedule and work from home and at varied times in the office. Computer skills are required to navigate writing a report utilizing word and navigating the background software.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of investigative work by either performing criminal/civil investigators or pre-employment background investigations.

Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to:

The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of the communitys goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust collaboration and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.

If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment which focuses on trust crucial communications commitment accountability and results then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!

Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and a minimum of five (5) years experience as a Certified Police Officer with demonstrated experience conducting criminal or background investigations.

Licensing Requirements:

Valid Oregon Drivers License Class C with a driving record that meets City policy

Candidates selected to fill the position will be required to complete a background investigation class upon hiring if not already completed and certification provided.

How to Apply

Application materials must be turned in by the closing date in order to be considered for this position. Any application missing required materials will not be considered.

Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are:
1. City Application
2. Supplemental Questionnaire
3.Cover Letter

4. Resume

Ranking and Selection

The ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process for our Police Department includes: experience education responses to supplemental questionnaire and meeting minimum qualifications of the position.

The initial selection process includes the following steps:
1. Application review
2. Drivers License and criminal history inquiry
3. Chiefs Interview

The final selection process following interview includes the following steps:
1. Tentative offer
2. Extensive background investigation
3. Psychological evaluation
4. Physical examination and drug testing
5. Final offer of employment

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.

All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230 the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans preference points please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.

Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.

It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles religion color sex marital status family status national origin age mental or physical disability protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.

EEO

About the PositionThe Background Investigator is a temporary/on-call position that conducts background investigators for police department applicants and other City Departments. The background investigation is conducted by reviewing files documents records references and interviewing the applicant ...