DPS Background Investigator

Salary: $28.00 - $38.00 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Part Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 39571
Agency: 180 Department of Public Safety
Unit: 1822 DPS UHP Field-Default
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/4/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Kelly Chinn
# of Openings: Multiple
Schedule Code: TL - Time Limited - This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits.
Background Check: Selected applicants must be willing to provide authorization and information necessary for a full background investigation which may include a polygraph.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job Description
The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 12 different divisions and has over 1,400 employees. In its search for qualified applicants, DPS performs background investigations as part of the pre-employment screening process for hiring both law enforcement and non-law enforcement employees.
As a Background Investigator at DPS, you will play a crucial role in supporting the agency by conducting detailed and comprehensive background investigations. You will be responsible for gathering, analyzing, and reporting information on individuals applying for positions within DPS. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information.
Principle Duties:

• Conduct In-Depth Interviews: Interview subjects, references, current and past employers, and other individuals to gather relevant information about the applicant.
• Research and Analysis: Gather and access information and facts. Utilize various criminal justice databases, public records, and other sources to conduct thorough research on applicant.
• Report Compilation: Prepare an unbiased, fact-based, thorough, and complete report that is clear and concise. Communicate accurate information, in written form, that is grammatically correct, and in a timely manner.
• Collaboration: Work closely with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and completeness of investigations.
• Maintain Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and adhere to all federal and state laws, administrative regulations, and department polices.

Qualifications:

• Familiar with law enforcement background investigations, interview skills and investigative techniques
• Able to communicate verbal and in written form, which includes preparing and writing reports, conducting interviews in person, by telephone or by video
• Analyze information, identify patterns and make informed judgements
• Ability to conduct and complete a thorough investigation, ask clarifying questions and follow up with conflicting information
• Maintain accurate and detailed interview notes
• Ability to navigate various computer programs, knowledge on how to share, upload, download and collaborate online
• Effectively interact and communicate in a professional manner

Preferences may be given for the following:

• Previous investigative or law enforcement experience
• Experience or degree in the criminal justice field

Supplemental Information
Part-time posistion without benefits
25-30 hrs per week depending on workload
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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01
Are you currently certified as a law enforcement officer?

• Yes
• No

02
In reference to the question above, please explain where and when you gained your experience.
03
Do you have experience conducting investigations?

• No
• Yes

04
In reference to question 3, please explain in detail your investigative experience.
05
Do you have experience conducting background investigations?

• No
• Yes

06
In reference to the question above, please list your experience with background investigations.
07
Please rate your level of computer skills using email, Internet, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), Google Applications (Sheets, Docs, Calendar, etc.) and Adobe Suite in a professional office setting.

• None (How do I check my email?)
• Beginner (I am familiar with the basic functions of all of these programs and have used them occasionally.)
• Intermediate (I have a lot of experience with most of these programs, and am familiar with the basic functions of the others.)
• Advanced (I have more than 2 years of experience using ALL of these programs in a professional capacity.)

08
Please rate your ability to draft letters, prepare detailed reports, and maintain confidential records.

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

09
Please rate your work experience that required you to communicate verbal and in written form, which includes preparing and writing reports, conducting interviews in person, by telephone or by video.

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 or more years

10
Are you a veteran/disabled veteran? If you would like to receive veteran preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214.

• I am NOT a veteran
• Veteran
• Disabled Veteran

11
Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

• State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah)
• Referred by a Friend or Family
• Indeed
• Other External Job Board or Site
• LinkedIn
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
• Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
• Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
• University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career or Job Fair
• Internship
• Interviewed for different position
• Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
• Jobwise
• Other (not listed above)

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