POST CERTIFIED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR, REMOTE (1099)

Kentech Consulting
New York, New York 10261 United States  View Map
Posted: May 30, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Other
  • Summary

    Benefits Competitive salaryFlexible scheduleOpportunity for advancementWhat You'll Work On Sworn 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 Responsibilities Conducting 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 standardsCompensation Paid per completed investigation, not hourly, unless specifically approved in advance for a task.POST-compliant investigations: up to $645 per caseRequirements POST 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 Location Remote (California-based)Independent Contractor Role (1099) 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 Employer KENTECH 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    Benefits Competitive salaryFlexible scheduleOpportunity for advancementWhat You'll Work On Sworn 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 Responsibilities Conducting 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 standardsCompensation Paid per completed investigation, not hourly, unless specifically approved in advance for a task.POST-compliant investigations: up to $645 per caseRequirements POST 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 Location Remote (California-based)Independent Contractor Role (1099) 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 Employer KENTECH 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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