Background Technician TEMP

Overview

One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety
The Larimer County Sheriff's Office is seeking an experienced Background Technician to join our Professional Standards Unit on a temporary, part-time basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analyzing personal and professional background information, and will be able to prepare reports on findings and make recommendations.

This role is essential in ensuring that potential hires for positions meet the high standards of the LCSO. We are dedicated to maintaining public safety and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our Professional Standards Unit plays a crucial role in ensuring that candidates meet our rigorous standards.

*The pay rate for this position is $26.2500 per hour.

Responsibilities

Specifically, this position:

• Receives general supervision from sworn staff.
• Completes, logs, and tracks NCIC/CCIS records.
• Coordinates administrative processes for the background investigation unit recommending, developing, and implementing administrative policies and procedures; makes recommendations for modifications to procedures for improved efficiency and operations. Completes standard operating procedures.
• Reviews completed background interview forms; checks for inconsistencies, errors, omissions, falsifications and minimum requirements.
• Ensures accuracy and completion before completing initial interviews or contact.
• Obtains and reviews records from criminal justice organizations to include federal, state and local.
• Conducts background investigations; interviews applicable individuals; contacts by email or phone to verify information; makes additional inquiries as necessary.
• Observes physical characteristics of individuals being interviewed.
• Prepares detailed and complete interview statements.
• Prepares final background investigation report within established guidelines; provides report to sworn staff.
• Provides regular communication on status and assignment of investigations.
• Trains background investigators.
• Interprets appropriate policies, laws, rules, and regulations related to background investigations in response to public/customer inquiries. Conducts necessary research; routes inquiries to supervisor appropriately for more complex or technical matters.

Nonessential Functions

• When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

View the full job description HERE.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in a directly related field, or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Two (2) years of experience with background investigations preferred.
• NCIC/CCIC certification required within three (3) months of hire.

Research indicates that individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women and people of color, may sometimes feel hesitant to apply for a position unless they have experience performing every task outlined in the job description. At the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, we believe in recognizing the value of skills and perspectives that can be gained through unique experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, which we believe are essential to driving innovation and success. If you are passionate about our mission and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply and showcase the qualities that set you apart. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and look forward to reviewing your application.

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.

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Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

Supplemental Information

Schedule: Part-time, flexible days/hours

Location: In office, remote, or hybrid

Hiring Process - may include but is not limited to:

• Complete the Online Application
  
• Pre-Employment Questionnaire
  
• Assessment Testing/ Interview
  
• In-depth Background Investigation
  
• Polygraph Examination
  
• Captain’s Interview
  
• Pre-Employment Medical and Drug Screen
  
• Leadership Final Approval
  

Other Information to Note:

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

***For current Sheriff's Office employees***

In order to be considered, you must get a Letter of Support from your chain of command and submit the Letter of Support with your application by 11:59 pm on November 11, 2024 . Please use the following process for your Letter of Support:
Submit your Letter of Intent to your direct supervisor.
Your direct supervisor will then write a Letter of Support and route that Letter of Support through your chain of command.
Your next level supervisor/manager endorses your direct supervisor's Letter of Support.
Your mid-level manager then endorses your Letter of Support.
Your Division Commander then endorses your Letter of Support.
Submit your fully endorsed Letter of Support along with your application.

Recruitment Contact:

Email nyerm@co.larimer.co.us or call 970-498-5510.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 11/11/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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