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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Background Investigation Officer (As-Needed)

City of Santa Monica, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$48.53/hr - $48.53/hr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a part-time Background Investigation Officer to conduct comprehensive background investigations for prospective applicants for the Police Department. The role involves reviewing criminal history records, evaluating financial history, interviewing applicants, and preparing background files for hiring approval.

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Responsibilities

Conducts background investigations on prospective sworn safety (police officer) applicants and civilian applicants to work within the Police Department and other City Departments

Obtains and reviews criminal history records from Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Justice, Department of Motor Vehicles, State and Municipal law enforcement agencies and other applicable resources

Reviews applicant financial history and obtains credit report, when necessary

Interviews and gathers personal information from prospective applicant, applicant's employers, co-workers, neighbors, landlords, family and personal references and develops additional references using investigative techniques

Writes final synopsis regarding applicant and prepares complete background file for hiring approval by the Chief of Police or designee

Performs other related duties, as assigned

Qualification

Background investigationsInvestigative techniquesReport writingLaw enforcement knowledgeEffective communicationCustomer serviceRecord keepingCultural sensitivitySoftware proficiencyInterpersonal skillsConfidentiality

Required

High school graduation or the equivalent

Two years of paid work experience as a Police Officer with investigative/detective experience in a California law enforcement agency recognized by P.O.S.T

Possession of a valid Class C driver license

Knowledge of selection standards set forth by P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards & Training)

Knowledge of laws pertaining to hiring practices

Knowledge of report writing

Knowledge of English grammar and composition

Knowledge of effective customer service techniques

Ability to keep accurate records and prepare clear concise reports

Ability to maintain confidentiality of personal information

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Ability to use law enforcement telecommunications databases in an appropriate manner

Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills when acquiring sensitive information from reference sources

Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees, and the public

Ability to provide effective customer service

Skill in reading, writing and communicating at an appropriate level

Skill in using a personal computer and applicable software applications

Skill in dealing with a variety of culturally sensitive issues

Preferred

Specialized training in a P.O.S.T. approved Background Investigation School

Notary public commissioned

Benefits

The City of Santa Monica provides a deferred compensation (457) retirement plan for its as-needed (temporary) employees who are not eligible for coverage under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).