Remote Investigative Analyst III

Summary

Join our team at KENTECH Consulting Inc. as a Background Investigator and contribute to making clear and informed hiring decisions. Conduct impartial investigations, analyze applications, and deliver reports within deadlines.

Requirements

• College Degree in Journalism, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Pre-Law, Paralegal, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in investigative or related roles, including journalism, investigative reporting, or criminal investigations
• Strong ability to work independently and handle a dynamic, varied caseload
• Proficient in conducting in-depth interviews, whether in-person or remotely, to gather insights and information
• Exceptional organizational, writing, and communication skills—clear, concise reporting is essential
• Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion and trustworthiness
• Familiarity with criminal databases and overseeing investigations from initiation to conclusion
• Highly tech-savvy, with proficiency in Google Docs, Excel, and adaptability to new investigative tools and software
• Strong social media investigative abilities, including proficiency in identifying leads, verifying sources, and researching backgrounds online
• Must pass Security Clearance to obtain a Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) or already possess one

Responsibilities

• Conduct impartial, fact-based pre-employment investigations on a project basis
• Analyze applications from various municipal government agencies, highlighting key information
• Undertake extensive online and telephonic research to gather relevant data
• Efficiently manage and deliver investigation reports within agreed deadlines
• Utilize experience in conducting both in-person and remote candidate interviews
• Perform neighborhood and relationship interviews as part of comprehensive background checks
• Proactively identify information gaps and inconsistencies, strategizing effective ways to gather necessary data
• Execute criminal background checks and civil lawsuit verifications using public records
• Prepare organized lists to streamline the background check process
• Edit and refine reports to ensure grammatical accuracy and content quality
• Maintain consistent, professional communication with clients and stakeholders

Benefits

• Flexible, remote working schedule
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects
• Competitive project-based compensation, commensurate with experience and the nature of the investigation