Non-Commissioned On-Call Background Investigator
Requisition Number:
63673
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
On-Call
Posting Close Date:
28-Apr-2025
Date Posted:
21-Apr-2025
Job Summary
The Division of Public Safety at CU Boulder is now accepting applications for a Non-Commissioned, On-Call Background Investigator! This position will focus on investigative, clerical, and research work in support of pre-employment background investigations. The nature and scope of work is largely remote, works with a high-degree of flexibility, and must successfully manage their time to complete assigned tasks in an effective fashion. This includes completing pre-employment portfolios delivered to CUPD in a timely manner.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Division of Public Safety seeks to facilitate and coordinate a culture that supports the Boulder campus’ commitment to maintain the highest level of ethics, integrity, and safety in the conduct of its operations. We do this though services to enhance community safety, protect life and property, and foster safe, secure, and ethical practices.
The University of Colorado (CU) Boulder is one of America's leading research universities and the flagship of the CU System. As a comprehensive public doctoral Research University, CU Boulder is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified as an R1 University. The university has nine schools and colleges offering over 150 academic programs and enrolling 35,000 degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students.
At CU Boulder, we believe in supporting each other and valuing everyone who is part of our community. Our values are expected of all Buffs and lead our actions in the classroom, on campus and in our community. At CU Boulder, we commit to building a more diverse and inclusive campus community. We value different backgrounds, identities and perspectives and believe that engagement with a wide range of ideas and viewpoints can help students learn and grow.
The University of Colorado (CU) Boulder is one of America's leading research universities and the flagship of the CU System. As a comprehensive public doctoral Research University, CU Boulder is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified as an R1 University. The university has nine schools and colleges offering over 150 academic programs and enrolling 35,000 degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students.
At CU Boulder, we believe in supporting each other and valuing everyone who is part of our community. Our values are expected of all Buffs and lead our actions in the classroom, on campus and in our community. At CU Boulder, we commit to building a more diverse and inclusive campus community. We value different backgrounds, identities and perspectives and believe that engagement with a wide range of ideas and viewpoints can help students learn and grow.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Background Investigations
- Conduct pre-employment background investigations, which include, but are not limited to, inquiries regarding employment applicants’ character, conduct, driving history, use of illegal drugs, employment history, criminal history, credit history and references.
- Conduct required background interviews with applicants (may be face-to-face or virtual, depending on position).
- Provide excellent customer service to candidates in the background investigations process.
- Contact and interviews supervisors and co-workers of applicants, unlisted employment and personal references, neighbors and landlords.
- Use a computer to complete standard, formatted Background Investigation Reports in strict and complete accordance with provided instructions and laws.
- Provide verification, clarification and elaboration of applicant files and data.
- Make serious attempts to verify all negative or derogatory information gained in investigations.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all investigations, including all applicant file contents, investigation working documents and reports and forwards these materials to the appropriate commander for review at the conclusion of investigations.
- Maintain and update computer systems and files used by the department including archiving complete background portfolios into the appropriate servers for records retention.
- Work closely with other human resources and professional standards employees to develop new and efficient systems.
- Report any issues of concern at any point in investigations to their chain-of-command or HR Manager.
- Provide regular updates as to the status of candidates in the process.
What You Should Know
- This is a 1%, on-call opportunity.
- This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority.
- This position will work during standard business hours, typically part-time variable hours per week (contingent upon business needs).
- The work modality for this opportunity is hybrid.
What We Can Offer
The hourly rate for this position is $35.00.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
Be Statements
Be effective. Be informed. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor of Arts or Sciences degree in a relevant field or year-for-year investigative experience may be substituted for the educational experience.
- Must have at least 3 years of experience conducting complex investigations. Equivalent prior Certified Police Officer certification with an emphasis on prior investigative experience may substitute.
What You Will Need
- Ability to use police computer systems, i.e, computer aided dispatch, records management, NCIC/CCIC.
- Ability to become certified to use National and State Computer Crime Computer System within 90 days of appointment to this position.
- Ability to use MS Office Suite, including word processing and spreadsheet development.
- Ability to use a variety of software platforms, both application and cloud-based.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Must be able to pass a background investigation.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize tasks.
- Ability to complete work with limited supervision and meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written reports.
- Ability to be flexible in day-to-day job assignments.
- Ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers and to successfully meet those needs.
What We Would Like You to Have
Experience conducting pre-employment background investigations for police departments.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by April 28, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu