Background Investigator/Compliance Inspector (Hybrid)

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Background Investigator/Compliance Inspector (Hybrid) Full Time 30-39 Hour Hinderliter de Llamas & Associates HQ Brea CA, Brea, CA, US Salary Range: $27.16 To $31.24 Hourly Position Summary Under the Background Supervisor, the major purpose of this position is to conduct POST‑compliant pre‑employment, public safety backgrounds of sworn and non‑sworn law enforcement officers, public safety dispatchers, fire marshals and fire investigators, and civilian police department staff. Job Responsibilities Background Investigations Exercise discretion when managing investigative timelines, prioritizing multiple investigations and organizing investigative leads; interpret data received through FBI, DOJ, DMV and Military agencies; Analyze and interpret state and local laws, regulations and procedures; interpret criminal history, polygraph, and psychological reports; Analyze court dispositions, writs, judgments, criminal & civil protective orders, domestic violence restraining orders and child custody arrangements; Evaluate, recognize and examine discrepancies in profit & loss statements, bank statements, corporate financial reports and personal financial statements; Search for and analyze information received through government databases, credit reporting agencies, tax and legal filings, and other resources; Analyze reports to identify discrepancies in order to draw logical conclusions for investigative findings; Schedule and conduct in‑person and virtual one‑on‑one interviews; Maintain written and verbal communications with psychologists, physicians, polygraphers, city executives, and human resource representatives; Organize all investigative material in accordance with established state and individual departmental procedures. Analyze, prepare and negotiate professional service contracts; Assist with the Contract Administrator’s responses to RFP’s; Monitor contract activities and report to supervisor contract balances and service limitations; Maintain personal expense reports and client billing ledgers; Respond to and resolve client complaints; Seek out and develop professional relationships with financial institutions, educational institutions, law enforcement and military organizations. Attend training and maintain required certifications. Travel on temporary duty assignment to conduct background interviews and investigations. Compliance Inspection Plan, develop and implement field inspection protocols; conduct on‑site compliance and pre‑license site inspections; Write and deliver inspection reports; Prepare letters and professional correspondence related to compliance activities; Attend City Council meetings to discuss inspection findings and other deliverables; Attend appeal hearings and assist with business license suspension/revocation procedures; Conduct related business application evaluations, site plan evaluations, and security plan assessments; Analyze and report on change of ownership and permit renewal applications; Travel on temporary duty assignment to conduct site inspections and conduct regulatory investigations. Skills and Qualifications Knowledge of public safety policy and procedures. Ability to analyze and interpret complex ideas and information in order to present findings in a succinct, understandable format, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work in a MS Windows based operating environment, including proficiency with MS (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and eSOPH and Guardian Alliance law enforcement background software, and related programs. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple investigations with multiple clients. Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal information. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in public policy, Public Administration, Political Science and Government, Criminal/Civil Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field of study. Two years of investigative experience can be a reasonable substitute for an undergraduate degree. Three years of experience with a law enforcement agency as a criminal or background investigator. Experience with exercising independent judgment and decision‑making abilities while carrying out job functions with or without direct supervision or instruction. Experience in conducting in‑person and virtual one‑on‑one interviews and interrogations. Experience in developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with clients, executives, contractors, law enforcement agencies and other governmental organizations. Special Requirements Obtain and maintain current Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Background Investigators certification or have an approved professional training plan (for internal HdL candidates). Possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License and valid automobile insurance. Ability to travel on temporary duty assignments as needed (by car or plane). Compensation The starting base salary for this Brea, CA position is expected to be between $27.16 to $31.24 per hour. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job‑related factors, consistent with applicable law. Competitive Base Pay Opportunity to participate in 401k Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, LTD and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off for Vacation, Sick and Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr