About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics & Warehouse.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

---

What You’ll Do

You will perform government background investigations using virtual and in-person interview methods to collect facts that establish a subject’s background, reputation, character and suitability. This is an entry-level investigator role with structured training and ongoing mentorship. Work is remote-first (telecommute) with occasional local or short TDY travel.

• Use multiple electronic systems and tools to schedule and conduct interviews (VTC is primary), review records, and document findings.
• Conduct interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references and other knowledgeable parties to resolve material issues.
• Attend a multi-week, intensive virtual training program followed by shadowing and mentorship with experienced investigators.
• Complete accurate, timely investigative reports following client and government standards.
• Travel as needed for temporary duty (TDY) assignments across the U.S. (typically up to 10% of time).

---

Qualifications

Minimum required

• Bachelor’s degree OR 4 years of general work experience showing progressive responsibility in problem solving, organizing work, and written/oral communication.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable determination from a T5 background investigation.
• Strong mission focus, integrity, and a professional, results-driven attitude.
• Comfortable using and switching between multiple software systems to maintain productivity.
• Current driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to travel locally as assignments require.
• Home office within reasonable distance of workload areas and equipped with reliable high-speed internet (a $50/month internet stipend is provided).
• Ability to sit, type, stand or walk for extended periods when conducting interviews or field work.
• Excellent time-management and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including:
  • Communicating complex or sensitive information clearly and professionally.
  • Attentive listening, reading nonverbal cues, and delivering convincing oral presentations.
  • Producing concise, well-structured written reports with correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Nice to have

• Active Top-Secret clearance based on a T5 investigation.

---

Compensation & Benefits

• Minimum required hourly wage: $26.07 per hour (position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards; actual pay may vary by contract, location, and job classification).
• $50 monthly internet stipend for approved home office setups.
• Competitive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, wellness resources, family support, continuing education and paid time off.
• Opportunities for advancement and cross-training within Confidential Client’s investigative programs.

---

Work Arrangement & Travel

• JobLocationType: TELECOMMUTE (remote-first). Applicants must have a reliable home-office setup and high-speed internet.
• Travel: Up to 10% — local travel and occasional TDY assignments (typically 2-week durations) across the U.S.
• Must be able to use a personal vehicle for local travel when required.

---

Training & Career Development

• Multiweek virtual onboarding and technical training, followed by hands-on shadowing with experienced investigators.
• Ongoing mentorship, performance feedback, and access to professional learning resources to support career growth in federal background investigations.

---

Important Hiring Notes

• This role is contingent on contract funding and may not be filled immediately. Applicants may be considered for other similar openings with Confidential Client.
• Employment eligibility: candidates must be able to complete and pass required background-investigation steps (T5) and any client-specific onboarding requirements.

---

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.