NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Background Investigator
Auburn, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$50/hr - $64/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Background Investigator to join the City of Auburn's Human Resources team. This role is essential for conducting thorough background investigations of police officer candidates to maintain the integrity of the hiring process.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive background investigations for police officer candidates, including criminal history, credit checks, and prior employment verification
Review and analyze candidate applications, personal history statements, and other required documentation
Perform interviews with candidates, references, neighbors, employers, and educational institutions to gather relevant information
Prepare detailed, written reports summarizing investigative findings and recommendations
Collaborate with the Police Department to ensure timely processing of candidate backgrounds in accordance with Auburn Police hiring protocols
Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license and ability to travel for interviews and fieldwork as needed
Must pass a comprehensive background check and meet all City of Auburn employment requirements
Prior experience in law enforcement, human resources, investigations, or a related field
Strong attention to detail, investigative skills, and the ability to analyze complex information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality throughout the process
Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Preferred
Familiarity with police background investigations or public safety hiring processes
Benefits
WA Paid Sick Leave (WPSL) is issued at 0.025 hours for each hour worked (equaling one (1) hour for every 40 hours worked), as required by law.
Employees in this classification may be eligible for WA State Paid Family Medical Leave dependent upon their qualifications and work history in WA State.
Employees in this classification may also be eligible for PERS contributions, dependent upon their hours of work each month and their length of service.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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