Part Time Background Investigator

Entry-Level Background InvestigatorThis position provides entry-level support to law enforcement, detention, and professional staff functions within the agency. The duties will be to utilize investigative techniques to conduct background investigations on applicants for various positions within the Leon County Sheriff's Office. This position adheres to the agency core values of honesty and integrity, accountability, teamwork, trust and respect and commitment to excellence. To be successful in this position, the employee must demonstrate competency in data entry and retrieval skills, time management skills, basic to intermediate computer skills, general communication skills (both written and oral), inter-personal skills, customer service skills and problem solving skills.Essential DutiesComplete investigations by requesting information in person, writing, via telephone conversations and through computer queries.Receive and review applicant's file from Human Resource Section.Verify that all required documents are in the file and are authentic.Review complete file content looking for inaccuracies and verifying all information within the application and testing material. Verifies the following information: past employers, education, graduation records, personal references, military service/selection service, neighbor references, civil and previous residence checks.Verify certification in law enforcement and former law enforcement service standing in state served through Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission/Police Officers Standards & Training ATMSII.Run criminal (FCIC/NCIC) and Driver's License histories to include local records checks, civil checks, out of state checks and out of country checks.Document all responses and information from appropriate sources (to include possible canvassing of neighborhoods and conducting interviews).Analyze all information and formulates into positive and negative findings.Type summary of applicant's completed background investigative findings.May travel occasionally to other agencies within the state to conduct file reviews of current/former law enforcement officers.File and maintain confidential and sensitive information. Logs data in computer.May be required to present background related information before groups in informational meetings.Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports and other documents.Ability to handle confidential information discretely.Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks and reach closure on projects.Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.Ability to work closely with others as a team.Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.Ability to provide professional customer service skills to both the public and agency members.Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate, concise and objective written and oral reports.Ability to meet requirements and maintain required licensures and certifications as well as agency required in-service training.Ability to adhere to the standards and principles of the agency's core values and professionally represent the agency.Ability to report to work timely, consistently and as scheduled.Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the work place.Eligibility CriteriaHigh school diploma or GED required.Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a professional office environment required.Minimum of two (2) years of experience using Microsoft Word required.Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.Experience with FDLE (ATMS II) preferred.Must complete, or be able to complete, a CJSTC-approved 40-hour course in Background Investigations.Must possess a valid Florida driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.Must obtain FCIC/NCIC certification within one (1) year of employment.Must attend and successfully complete agency-sponsored Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations (LEVO) training if the assignment includes operating an agency vehicle. Use of an agency vehicle requires an acceptable driving history.Necessary Special RequirementsMust be able to lift, push, carry or pull a minimum of 25 pounds independently.Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors.