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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)

Background Investigator

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Human Resources, or a related field. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an equivalent combination of post‑high‑school education and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in law enforcement or human resources conducting extensive background checks.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in law enforcement or human resources conducting extensive background checks.

Certification/Licensure: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license from the jurisdiction of residence.

Preferred N/A

Medical Group Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Summary The Background Investigator performs in depth, confidential and technical work completing applicant background investigations. The incumbent performs complicated investigative and administrative tasks of moderate difficulty related to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)'s requirements and departmental specifications. The primary responsibilities include conducting interviews, compiling reports and gathering detailed confidential information, coordinating and conducting background investigations, and assisting in the hire of civilian employees and police officers.

Essential Functions

Schedules and conducts comprehensive background investigations on civilian applicants and contractors to assist in determining applicant suitability.

Researches, reviews, and analyzes candidate’s prior personal and employment history information.

Performs a variety of investigative and administrative functions, advising department officials and potential hires on the status of background investigations.

Coordinates medical examinations, obtains credit reports, and compiles background information into a written report and develops recommendations for senior management.

Serves as department liaison with candidates to provide regular updates on investigation progress, answers inquiries and concerns, and advises applicants on the outcome of the background process. Works closely with Human Resources to provide accurate information and assists HR with scheduling necessary medical and psychological testing.

Conducts driving record checks, background investigations, and coordinates Certified Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examinations, assisting in coordinating testing of applicants. Organizes interviews in person and by telephone, and reviews personnel files.

Maintains confidentiality of information consistent with HIPAA, ADA, NCIC, WALES, MILES, VCIN, and WMATA MTPD Department guidelines.

Seniority level Not Applicable

Employment type Full-time

Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries Truck Transportation

Equal Opportunity Statement WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

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