Background Investigator

 To apply online please click the following link:

https://cityofbradenton.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

 

Department/Location:   Bradenton Police Department

 

FLSA Status:        Non-exempt

 

Supervision Exercised:   None

 

Supervision Received:    Police Lieutenant

 

General Purpose of the Position:   Responsible for completing thorough background investigations by using different computer systems, gathering personal and professional information, and completing complex written reports. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs applicant background investigations which includes researching criminal history records, conducting neighborhood personal reference checks, reviewing military service records, performing financial and credit checks, verifying U.S. citizenship, securing proof of education, reviewing automobile driving record and verifying the applicant's employment history.

• Maintains records, compiles reports and prepares large volumes of correspondence and background summary briefs which must be detailed, accurate and professional.
• Reviews and collates investigative information during applicant processing and selection programs.
• Corresponds with local and national law enforcement agencies in researching an applicant's background; conducts background investigations via telephone, by letter, email, fax, or personal interview.
• Advises supervisor on the progress of background investigations conducted on all applicants in the selection process.
• Determines and extracts pertinent information from police reports and case information.
• Scheduling all individual requests for polygraph services as needed.
• Remains current on job-specific issues through meetings, classes, conferences and publications.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Communicates with Psychologist to schedule applicants for psychological evaluations when required.
• Communicates with the HR Manager to schedule applicants for medical physicals.
• Utilize applicant management system to review and record all sworn and civilian applicants (MUNIS).
• Utilize Applicant tracking software to manage progress of background investigation (POBITS).

 

Skills and Physical Abilities Required:

• Considerable knowledge of the established minimum qualifications for applicants being investigated for public safety positions involving considerable public trust.
• Considerable knowledge of research methods and procedures necessary to the completion of comprehensive background investigations.
• Considerable knowledge of local governmental organization and public safety administration.
• Some knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management particularly as they relate to applicant recruiting and employee selection procedures.
• Ability to effectively conduct a comprehensive interview to secure complete and accurate information and to report all relevant facts objectively and without bias.
• Thorough knowledge of interview and interrogation techniques.
• Knowledge of modem office practices, procedures and equipment required to perform functions in an efficient manner.
• Knowledge of basic office and computer systems.
• Skill in interviewing, interrogating and communicating.
• Ability to prepare complex written and oral reports concerning findings.
• Ability to both type and dictate reports for review.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, subjects, internal and external law enforcement and judicial agencies, and the public as necessitated by the work.

 

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements: Computer and telephones

 

Education and Experience Required: High School graduation or equivalent. Six years performing employment applicant investigative work in a government or contract investigative agency; or Four years’ experience as a full-time paid detective conducting investigations.

 

Environmental Conditions: Indoors. Must be able to work closely with others. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Florida driver's license.