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ANASEC, Inc.
Background Investigator
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What they do
A Surveillance Officer or Investigator uses surveillance tools and techniques to investigate a case for a private client. May follow an individual or watch a home or office site and use cameras, binoculars or GPS technology for surveillance
$53,740 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Background Investigator ANASEC, Inc. - 5.0 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $85,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Report writing Investigative interviewing techniques Writing skills Zoom Data analysis skills High school diploma or GED Law enforcement software Investigative reports Webex Productivity software Background checks in intelligence gathering Source interviews Utilizing background check services Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
ANASEC, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to work as a Field Investigator in Washington, DC to conduct full-scope background investigations for a U.S. Government Law Enforcement Agency on sworn and civilian applicants as assigned by the agency's Background Investigations Coordinator.Salary:
$82,400, Plus a $100 Bi-Weekly Commuting Stipend. $85,000 Annually.QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- At least two (2) years of specialized experience as a Background Investigator or Criminal Investigator.
- At least five (5) years of general experience in adjudicative and investigative support.
- Trained by an approved or recognized training program (e.g., Federal Background Investigator Training Program (FBITP) or state or local law enforcement training program).
- Knowledgeable about all applicable local, state, and federal fraud statutes.
- The ability to conduct investigative interviews and to conduct investigations requiring a high degree of skill for varied personnel security investigations and work to ensure suitability for employees based upon established security guidelines. Must be
- The ability to gather background data and draft a report of findings for investigative cases.
- Proficient and experience with automated technology such as eSOPH, POBITS, LinX, WALES, NCIC, Equifax, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Internet, and email.
- Possess excellent writing skills.
- Must pass a Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint check.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Gather background data, interview the subject, interpret, analyze, and evaluate results from polygraph, psychological, and medical examinations.
- Determine the information or evidence required to make a judgement as well as the best approach to obtain information.
- Interview applicants and/or officials or individuals such as spouses, employers, relatives, friends, acquaintances, and law enforcement agency officials.
- Prepare a report of findings for investigative findings for cases that include formal analysis and information.
- Interviews to be conducted telephonically or via on-line interviews (Zoom, WEBEX, Microsoft Team). Some investigations may be conducted in local areas. Minimal travel required.
- Submit a formal report of investigation in the format provided by the agency.