Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Background Investigator

Status: Conditional Pending Contract Award
Classification: Investigator (W-2 or Independent Contractor, TBD)

Role Overview

Background Investigators will conduct comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for sworn and civilian Fire Department candidates in accordance with City of Oakland requirements and under the supervision of the Lead Background Investigator.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct full-scope background investigations from initiation through completion

• Review and validate candidate Personal History Statements

• Perform candidate interviews and documentation reviews

• Verify employment, education, licenses, and professional references

• Conduct criminal, civil, DMV, SSN trace, and related record checks

• Collect and document required photographs and identifying materials

• Maintain detailed, accurate investigative files

• Meet required turnaround times, including academy surge periods

• Comply with all City, state, and federal regulations governing investigations

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in background investigations, law enforcement, or related investigative work

• Familiarity with FCRA and investigative consumer report requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously

• Commitment to confidentiality and data security standards

Candidates must submit proof of current California POST Background Investigator certification to fallon@ekentech.com as part of the application process. Applications without valid POST certification will not be considered.

Flexible work from home options available.

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors, Work from home, Flexible hours,

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