Experienced Background Investigator - Memphis, TN

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, Peraton delivers trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. The company serves essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges customers face daily.

About the role

Peraton is seeking a full-time experienced background investigator near Memphis, TN. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of the city center of Memphis.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily when conducting in-person background investigations to determine employment suitability of persons requiring access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information.
• Schedule and conduct face-to-face interviews throughout the designated area with the subject and their neighbors, employers, and friends.
• Perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational and financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities.
• Type and report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government-issued computer system.
• Work independently while also being a member of a team of investigators and with a field manager.
• Interact professionally with others, write for long periods, meet attendance and punctuality expectations, and pay attention to details during fieldwork.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics, and integrity.
• Adhere to professional attire requirements.
• Lift and move up to 10 pounds, climb stairs, walk extensively, endure long periods of standing, and drive in adverse and/or night conditions.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret eligible clearance; active federal background investigation with a T5 adjudication is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship.
• High School diploma (minimum).
• 1 year of specialized Federal Background Investigative experience (compliant with National Training Standards) within the last five years.
• 3 years of general experience (e.g., military, local, state, or federal law enforcement or investigative functions) within the last 5 years and completion of "New Investigator" training.
• Valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle.
• Required to carry sufficient motor vehicle insurance (specifics provided upon hiring).
• Daily travel required locally and outside of the primary work area, as needed.
• Home office required.
• Must reside within the stated mileage requirement (50 miles of Memphis, TN).

Skills

• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a variety of individuals and personalities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational, scheduling, and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate typing (40+ WPM recommended) and computer skills.
• Ability to speak for extended periods and hear sufficiently to communicate in person and over the phone.
• Record, read, and transcribe words and numbers with a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated metrics in quality, timeliness, and production.
• Local travel consists of approximately 15-20% of the workweek.
• Opportunities for Temporary Duty Assignments several times per year, ranging from 14 to 30 days.

Pay

Target salary range: $26.07 per hour. Salary is determined by factors including scope, responsibilities, experience, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, geographic location, and business/contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and health savings account (HSA).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation.
• Company-paid holidays.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.