POST CERTIFIED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR, REMOTE (1099)

BenefitsCompetitive salaryFlexible scheduleOpportunity for advancementKENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning background technology screening company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com – 1st consumer background checking system of its kind, and ClarityIQ a high-tech/high-touch investigative case management system.MissionWe're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions.ValuesIn order to achieve our team, exhibit the behaviors and core values aligned with this mission. KENTECH Core Values:Customer Focused: We are customer-focused and results-driven.Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.Community and Employee Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what communities and employees care about.ImpactAs a small, agile company, we seek high performers who relish in the idea that their effort will directly impact our customers and help shape the next evolution of background investigations.KENTECH Consulting Inc. is hiring experienced California-based Background Investigators to support pre-employment background investigations for public safety, security, and sworn personnel. This is a project-based, case-driven role with work assigned based on availability, experience, and case needs.What You'll Work OnSworn personnel (POST-compliant cases)Public safety dispatchersSecurity management and supervisory rolesSecurity officers (fast track cases)Follow-up or discovery work tied to disqualifying or unforeseen findingsKey ResponsibilitiesConducting candidate interviews remotely (video/phone) as neededConducting reference interviews remotelyCompleting employment, education, and other verification steps as assignedReviewing records and documenting findings clearly and objectivelyConducting social media and open-source research in compliance with applicable lawsWriting accurate, timely investigation summaries and reports aligned with POST standards and program requirementsCoordinating with internal project management and quality review teams to support final report submissionMaintaining secure handling of sensitive information and following documentation standardsCompensationPaid per completed investigation, not hourly, unless specifically approved in advance for a task.POST-compliant investigations: up to $645 per caseRequirementsPOST Background Investigator certification (required for sworn cases)Minimum five (5) years conducting pre-employment background investigations for law enforcement or public safety agenciesStrong knowledge of POST standards and Government Code 1031 and 1029Strong written communication and disciplined documentation practicesComfortable working independently, managing multiple cases, and meeting deadlinesComfortable working in a remote, case-driven environmentStrong attention to detail and ability to produce consistent, defensible documentationWork LocationRemote (California-based)Independent Contractor Relationship (1099)This is a 1099 independent contractor role. Investigators:Are paid per case or approved task-based workMay accept or decline assignments based on availabilitySet their own schedules within case deadlinesMay provide services to other clientsEqual Opportunity EmployerKENTECH Consulting Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.This is a remote position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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