Job Posting for Background Investigator I at Peraton
Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a full-time background investigator for our Risk Decision Group (RDG) at the Athens, GA. Applicants must reside within 15 miles from the city center of Athens.
What you’ll do:
The Investigator will be responsible for the following but not limited to:
Conducting background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information
The predominant casework is in support of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). Casework for other contracts will be assigned based on investigator performance and business need
Investigators will conduct face-to-face interviews with the subject and their neighbors, employers, friends, and family
Investigators will also perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities
Investigators report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on an issued government computer system
Required qualifications:
Candidates with experience conducting DCSA/NBIB or other federal background investigations preferred; if there are no applicants with DCSA/NBIB experience, candidates with 4 years of general work experience or a bachelor’s degree may be considered
Active federal security clearance with an SSBI is preferred; otherwise candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable decision on a DCSA investigation, to include 10 years of history comprising items such as residence, education, employment, financial, medical, and personal records
U.S. citizenship
Must reside within the stated mileage requirement
A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. May use public transportation if available and practical. Driving is an essential function of the job and Motor Vehicle Records may be checked as part of the hiring process or at any time during employment. Candidates with poor driving history will not be considered
Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance, specifics of which may change from time to time
Intermediate typing (40 WPM recommended) and computer skills
Must be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds
Must be able to speak for extended periods of time and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone; record, read and transcribe words and numbers with a high degree of accuracy
Perform in a manner that prevents errors and omissions, maintain visual ability including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and to adjust focus sufficiently to complete computer work
Must be able to write for long periods of time, meet expectations for attendance and punctuality, able to pay attention to details able to concentrate; interact professionally with other persons, cooperatively and productively
Maintain high level of confidentiality ethics and integrity
Travel required locally and outside of primary work area
Local travel consists of approximately 15-20% of work week
Temporary Duty Assignments opportunities several times per year ranging from 14 – 30 days
Desired qualifications:
Ability to interact with a variety of individuals and personalities professionally and effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervision
Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills
Proficient writing and communication skills
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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