Background Investigator - Variable Hour

JOB LOCATION

15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555

Cit y of Aurora , Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• •Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• •Diverse community
• •Competitive total compensation package
• •Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• •Light rail station minutes away
• •On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• •Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience

The hiring rate for this position is $33.74/hour

This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), This position is an on call position where you would work anywhere from 0 - 40 hours a week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.

The deadline to submit applications is November 5, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice .

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

Background Investigator conduct pre-employment background investigations on Detentions/Courts, Aurora911, Aurora Fire Department, and Aurora Police Department candidates to determine suitability of employment; and perform other related work as required. Additional duties will include CVSA interviews/investigations.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts thorough and complete background investigations according to department and City Human Resources policies, applicable laws, and procedural requirements.

Reviews applications/personal history statements (and other documents, as required to determine suitability) for completeness and directs applicants to provide additional information if needed.

Obtains proper information release documents.

Contacts and conduct investigative interviews of applicants, candidate personal references, and candidate employment references.

Develops and pursue lines of inquiry.

Gathers, verifies, and analyzes personal, professional, credit/financial, and educational documents.

Contacts other agencies, governments, and professional organizations to obtain and verify information.

Researches, obtains, and reviews data from various databases and information systems to verify information and/or check for inconsistencies related to applicant information.

Prepare letters, reports, and written summary of findings.

Analyzes investigation results and draws logical and objective conclusions.

Responds to requests for information.

Assists outside agencies when appropriately requested to provide background information regarding previous applicant background investigation.

Answers applicant questions

Refers requests, or questions to managers, as appropriate.

Attends training sessions, seminars, and conferences.

Trains and advise others as required.

May be required to travel to interview sources and verify information.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Experience:

Two years working in a governmental or contract investigative agency performing pre-employment public safety background investigations.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

You must be eligible to obtain an OSN through the Colorado Bureau of Investigations.

You must be eligible to obtain a CVSA certification.

Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Law Enforcement experience

Law Enforcement and investigative databases

Microsoft Office

CVSA Certified

Knowledge:

Principles and practices of investigation and research, including interviewing techniques, conflict management, and methods and techniques of negotiation.

Electronic information systems to access data.

Principles of identification, report writing and techniques.

Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.

Research techniques, statistical analysis, and data collection.

Basic computer and modern office automation technology and computer software programs relevant to department operations.

Relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, and ordinances related to the legal requirements of background investigations and hiring practices of applicants.

Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills

Skill in the use of Microsoft Windows-based programs

Strong customer service skills

Skills in customer relations, crisis communications management, public speaking and media relations

Skill in checking information for accuracy and completeness and correcting errors

Work within stringent deadlines.

Organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks to complete work.

Abilities:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff, citizens, and elected officials.

Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Direct and effectively supervise a diverse workforce.

Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.

Effectively evaluate suitability of an applicant and prepare sound verification for recommendations based on research and analysis.

Demonstrate sensitivity of diverse cultures and individuals.

Exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential and sensitive information.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

When a local announcement of an emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

Sedentary physical work that involves moving no more than 10 pounds at a time

Constant decision making, concentration, and public contact; public speaking.

Frequent repetitive motion

Frequent sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time.

Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person.

Occasional driving

Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work.

Occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.

Occasional reaching; grasping; frequent repetitive motion; writing.

Occasional lifting, carrying

Occasional pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing

Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents

Frequent hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard and vehicle

Work Environment:

Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions

Equipment Used:

Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel and menu driven databases

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