Entry Level Background Investigator-Los Alamos & Santa Fe, NM
Job Category: Service Contract Act
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Local
At CACI, background investigation is more than research and reports, it's your chance to contribute to the safety and security of our nation in the company of colleagues who value trust and integrity above all else. CACI fosters a culture based on integrity, strong ethics, quality, and professionalism. The investigator position is a fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding position in support of national security. People that serve the national security mission feel a sense of pride in their achievements and enjoy the benefits of a career with a meaningful purpose.
Our staff has been an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004 and employs full-time and part-time investigators in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and other U.S. territories.
We seek Background Investigators in Santa Fe and Los Alamos, New Mexico. Background Investigators must live within a 30-mile radius of one of these cities.
What You'll Get to Do:
Conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation.
Document all information and submit a detailed report of investigation within a strict required timeline.
You will work multiple cases concurrently with a high level of detail.
Attend a four-week intensive virtual, online training with additional in-field shadowing and two-week mentorship with a Senior Investigator
Opportunities to work on DCSA, DHS, Raspberry Beret, and Excalibur contracts
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
A Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
Must be able to take handwritten notes that are complete, accurate and thorough.
Must be able to provide quality, detailed, technical reports.
Must be able to meet demanding metrics and monthly standards.
Excellent time management skills
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports.
A sense of mission in support of national security initiatives
An impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitude
A current driver's license, reliable personal vehicle or transportation, and willingness to extensively travel locally on a daily basis dependent on assignment location
A home office equipped with high-speed Internet ($50 monthly internet stipend is provided)
Ability to walk, type, sit, or stand for long periods of time
Ability to obtain/maintain a favorable determination based on a T5 Investigation
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
What We Can Offer You:
We've been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation's highest priorities.
For over 60 years, the principles of CACI's unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
This position description is not an active opening but is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.
Company Overview:
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI's government contract for the work location.
Since the position can be worked in more than one location, the rate shown is the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors. The actual rate will be based on contract, location and job classification.
Minimum Req uired Hourly Wage:
$23.30
There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
