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TEMP Background Investigator#26-140
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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
$47,283 / year median in South Carolina
+0% projected growth
Job Description
•2 positions. Statewide. Office Location TBD.
•This position will require the employee to be able to work flexible hours as determined by the supervisor based on up to a 28-hour work week. Under the limited supervision of the HR Liaison for OSES (Offender Supervision & Enforcement Services), conducts comprehensive candidate background investigations by reviewing official records; interviewing references, former employers and associates; verifying employment, criminal records, education, credentials and other relevant information; preparing detailed and accurate investigative reports. A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses and experience in probation and parole work. An associate's degree and two (2) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted. Prior law enforcement experience with at least 10 years of experience in background investigations.
•This position will require the employee to be able to work flexible hours as determined by the supervisor based on up to a 28-hour work week.
Please note:
This is an entirely on-site, in-office position. Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.
SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).