Background Investigator

This is a temporary position-maximum work hours allowed is 1039 per calendar year. The essential job function is to perform background investigations for the hiring of police and civilian employees. The Background Investigator performs investigative tasks in the Police Department. Employees work under the general supervision of a Sergeant. Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of this classification.
   
What are the minimum qualifications? 

• Must pass a police background check and drug test (including marijuana).
• Must be an honorably retired or retired in good standing Police Officer, Enforcement Deputy Sheriff, or State Trooper. If retired from the City of Salem, must have been retired more than 90 days by the new date of hire. 
• Must have an Oregon Driver license and meet the City of Salem's driving standards. 
• Must pass criminal background check necessary to obtain Criminal Justice Information System clearance and Law Enforcement Data System certification within 30 days of hire (clearance must be maintained throughout employment).
• Able to obtain Salem Police Reserve Officer status within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Deal with individuals and groups with understanding, tact, and courtesy.
• Knowledge of area of assignments.
• Work independently and schedule time effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public.
• Communicate effectively with the public.
• Operate various data entry and report writing systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Perform tasks that may require the incumbent to use manual dexterity, perform repetitive motions, grasp and feel with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Visual acuity necessary to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading, and operate motor vehicles.

 
Additional Training:

• Background investigator certification is preferred, but not required. The employee will be sent to a Background Investigator Course once hired. 

  
Where can I find out more about the position?
 
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Special Investigator or view by clicking here.
 
How can I apply?
 
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.
 
To apply, click on the green “Apply” button to complete your application. Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to include how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification in your application.  
 
Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.

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