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, Flexible hours,