Background Investigator – Full-Time

Description Boulder County Sheriff's Office Background Investigator- Full Time

2027 Hiring Range:

$4,712 - $5,749 Monthly $56,544 - $68,988 Annually

2027 Salary Range:

$4,712- $6,786 Monthly $56,544 - $81,432 Annually

The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is seeking an experienced, self-motivated individual to serve as a full-time Background Investigator within the Personnel and Training Unit. This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for sworn and civilian applicants seeking employment with the Sheriff's Office. The Background Investigator evaluates applicants' qualifications, character, employment history, and overall suitability for employment. The position requires strong investigative skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage multiple investigations. The successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive information and communicating with applicants, references, and other agencies. New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month.Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work. Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application be sure to include all relevant education and experience, as applications are screened based on the qualifications listed in this position announcement. Applications that do not appear to meet minimum qualifications, as outlined below, will not be considered. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications.Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team.Examples of Duties

• Conducts comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for sworn and civilian applicants.
• Reviews applications, personal history statements, employment records, criminal histories, financial information, military records, and other relevant documentation.
• Conducts investigative interviews with applicants, employers, supervisors, coworkers, references, and other individuals.
• Identifies discrepancies, inconsistencies, or areas of concern and conducts appropriate follow-up investigations.
• Utilizes law enforcement databases, public records, and other authorized investigative resources to verify information.
• Prepare thorough, accurate, and professional written reports documenting investigative findings and potential areas of concern.
• Communicates investigative findings to Personnel and Training staff and command personnel.
• Independently manages multiple investigations while meeting established timelines and maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate investigative files and records in accordance with agency policies and applicable laws.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Currently or previously held a Peace Officer (POST) Certificate in good standing (does not have to be current).
• Minimum of four (4) years of professional investigative experience in law enforcement, criminal investigations, personnel investigations, or a closely related field; or a minimum of two (2) years of experience conducting comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for a law enforcement, government, or public safety agency.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct investigative interviews, evaluate information, and prepare detailed written reports.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screening processes.

Preferred Qualifications Prior sworn law enforcement experience is strongly preferred, particularly experience involving criminal investigations, background investigations, internal investigations, or law enforcement hiring and selection processes. Additional consideration will be given to applicants with formal background investigator training, and experience conducting comprehensive public safety employment investigations.

Supplemental Information Work Environment and Physical Requirements This position primarily operates in an office environment and requires extensive computer use, report writing, telephone communications, and interviews. Occasional travel and schedule flexibility may be necessary to complete investigative assignments. Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable Sheriff's Office hiring requirements, which may include a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, drug screening, and other required assessments.

Benefits

As well as offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers employees an array of benefits. For all FTE and Term employees, we provide:

• Outstanding options of comprehensive health plans that include vision and dental coverage. Information can be found HERE.
• Additional Benefits include
• Family-forming benefits- infertility treatment, adoption and surrogacy reimbursements
• 12 weeks Paid Caregiver leave
• Breast feeding friendly-work environment
• Infants-at-work policy
• Access to LifeMart and Benefits Hub discount hub, including discounts on childcare centers, event tickets, travel and more!
• Access to a nationally-recognized wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• PERA 401k
• Social Security retirement plans
• Additional Life and Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance
• County-paid tuition assistance
• Eligible for PSLF- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Free EcoPass
• Hospital Indemnity
• ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 8 Hours of Paid Public Service Leave
• Generous paid time off
• Holidays
• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King's Birthday January
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Indigenous People's Day
• General Election Day November (first Tuesday after the first Monday, even years)
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day November
• Friday after Thanksgiving*
• Christmas Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)
• Christmas Day
• New Year’s Eve- ½ day (full day off depends on day of the week)
• Vacation**
• 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire
• Eight hours of vacation per month for the first year of continuous service, then accrue twelve hours of vacation per month after the first year of continuous service.
• Medical**
• Eight hours of medical leave for each month employed.
• PERA- The County and all employees pay into both Social Security and PERA
• Employer contribution to Social Security: 7.65% of salary
• Employer contribution to PERA (Local Government Division- most county employees: 15.80%

*The District Attorney’s Office observe Francis Xavier Cabrini Day on the first Monday in October and omit the Friday after Thanksgiving **Vacation and Medical leave are based off of full time FTE accruals. Part-time FTE/term employees accrue leave based on the percentage of time they work.