Background Investigator (Part-Time)

Are you seeking an opportunity for professional growth and development?

Consider joining the City of San Bernardino's Police Department as a Background Investigator!

In addition to performance-based merit increases, the salary will be increased by 2.7% effective July 8, 2024.

Background Investigator is a part-time position responsible for reviewing candidate's background forms, credit reports, and other records/reports. The incumbent must possess knowledge applicable to the job such as state/federal laws, as well as City policies and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate:

The incumbent will demonstrate exceptional investigative skills and attention to detail. The candidate will be highly organized, maintaining meticulous records and presenting findings objectively to the Police Department's executive staff. Strong communication skills, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion are essential for success in this role.

About the City:

The City of San Bernardino is a community rich in history and cultural diversity. The influences of Native Americans, Mexican settlers, and Spanish missionaries can still be seen throughout the City today. From 1810 to the present, San Bernardino has been recognized for its scenic beauty and strategic location. Today, the City of San Bernardino serves as the county seat and is the largest city in the County of San Bernardino with a population of 220,000.  

For more information about this position, please call the

City of San Bernardino at 909-384-5104 or visit www.sbcity.org/jobs to apply. 

Responsibilities:

• Under direction of the Chief of Police, coordinates, conducts, and compiles background investigations for candidates under consideration to work within the Police Department; performs related duties as designated by the Chief of Police. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

• Explains policies and procedures to applicants via telephone, email, or in person.

• Reviews completed background interview forms and checks for completeness, accuracy, inconsistencies, errors, omissions, and falsifications.

• Screens candidates to ensure they meet the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines.

• Follows local, state, and federal laws, as well as Equal Employment Opportunity laws.

• Obtains and reviews records and reports from other agencies (such as the FBI, Department of Justice, and state and municipal agencies) to determine if the candidate was a witness, victim, suspect, involved party, or perpetrator of any crime.

• Obtains and reviews arrest reports, witness statements, and other documents to determine if the candidate has the appropriate background to work in the Police Department.

Knowledge of:

• Selection standards as set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines.

• Confidentiality laws pertaining to personnel records, requests for information from other departments, the public, or the media regarding candidates.

• Rationales for confidentiality sufficient to ensure the integrity and personal privacy of candidate background investigation files and all information contained therein.

• Principles and practices of confidentiality sufficient to recognize actions that may compromise the integrity of the investigation or investigation file documents.

• Various technical specialists available to assist in an investigation and when to request such assistance.

• Basic principles of police investigation methods and procedures, interviewing and interrogation techniques, Federal and State Government Code, Labor Code, Americans with Disability Act, customer service principles, and effective communication skills.

Skills:

• Read, comprehend, and interpret detailed, complex written material.

• Prepare clear and concise written reports.

• Analyze complex ideas and information and present findings in a succinct, understandable format, both verbally and in writing.

• Effectively evaluate suitability of a candidate and prepare sound recommendations based on research and analysis.

• Simultaneously consider numerous facts, perceive patterns and relationships, and develop ideas about past occurrences based on numerous small pieces of information or evidence.

• Access information through various computer systems.

• Compare and interpret information, recognize and examine discrepancies, and draw logical conclusions.

• Manage time effectively to complete work within stringent deadlines; organize, prioritize, perform multiple tasks, and combine investigations to ensure timely completion; balance workload and handle several cases concurrently.

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Education and Experience:

High School diploma or G.E.D required.

AND

Two (2) years of law enforcement experience with a minimum of one (1) year of investigation experience in a public safety environment;

OR

Two (2) years of experience conducting or supervising the POST background investigation process.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State driver's license is required.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Apply

Submit a completed job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of your professional experience and qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.

Application Review

• Minimum qualifications

• Completion of the supplemental questionnaire

The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Pre-Employment Process may include, but is not limited to:

• Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug test.

• LiveScan Fingerprinting which reviews criminal history with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

• Employment/Professional Reference Check

• Confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials

The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

ACCOMMODATION

The City of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, whether physical or mental. If you require such accommodations during the assessment process, it is your responsibility to contact the Human Resources Department in writing before the recruitment closing date. For further details on how to request accommodation, please reach out to us at 909-384-5104 or via email at rivera_es@sbcity.org.

If you require technical assistance, please contact the governmentjobs.com Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your computer or browser used to submit the application.

The San Bernardino Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free of all forms of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment and retaliation (Government Code §12940(k); 2 CCR 11023).

Click here to view the Police Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.

For more information about this position, please contact the

City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.

THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER