Public Safety Background Investigator - Fairfax - Fairfax County, VA

    Fairfax County, VA
    Fairfax County, VA Fairfax

    2 days ago

    Description
    Salary : $56, $94,841.34 Annually
    Location : FAIRFAX (FJ19), VA
    Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
    Job Number:
    Department: Police
    Opening Date: 02/28/2026
    Closing Date: 3/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
    Pay Grade: S20
    Posting Type: Open to General Public
    Job Announcement
    This position is responsible for all facets of managing the operations of the concealed weapons unit. This includes operating the following computers and software: Virginia Criminal Information Network VCIN), National Criminal Information Network (NCIN), current police records management system, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, and Microsoft Business Suite, ATF E-Trace, department intra-net programs. Reviews and processes concealed handgun permit applications, conducts e-trace, and criminal records checks on people and firearms. Must have a working knowledge of the Police Report Writing Manual, General Orders (GOs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Conducts background investigations and prepare written police investigation reports. The position works during business hours in office work. May utilize virtual platforms for training, roll calls, and meetings.
    Illustrative Duties
    (The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
    • Conducts thorough background investigations through interviews with applicants or related parties;
    • Verifies references, reports, evaluations and/or other documents in conjunction with the background investigation;
    • Assists in recruiting prospective applicants;
    • Assists in testing and processing applicants;
    • Prepares written recommendations and reviews comprehensive background summaries with supervisor.
    Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
    • Thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of law enforcement investigative principles and interview techniques;
    • Knowledge of principles and practices of Public Safety departmental procedures;
    • Knowledge of statistical methods;
    • Knowledge of equal employment opportunity laws;
    • Ability to present ideas effectively both orally and written form;
    • Ability to conduct detailed analytical evaluations and to prepare related reports and
    • recommendations;
    • Ability to maintain a high level of ethical standards;
    • Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and to be truthful at all times.
    Employment Standards
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    : (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
    An associate's degree with major course work in human resources, police science or related field; plus 3 years' experience in investigations or law enforcement.
    CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
    • Driver's License (Required)
    • VCIN - VA Criminal Information Network -Required upon appointment and recertify every 24 months (Required)
    NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, driving record check, and polygraph exam to the satisfaction of the employer.
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Experience with background investigations, recruitment, testing, and/or processing applicants.
    • Experience in a Virginia public safety Law Enforcement working environment.
    • Experience with Linx-The Law Enforcement Information Exchange and eTrace.
    • Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) certificate and ability to run queries.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Work requires the ability to operate keyboard driven equipment; to operate devices with tablet technologies; speak clearly and articulate facts; read, analyze and understand legal writings, documents; and to sit for long periods of time. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
    SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview; may include exercise.
    Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
    Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTYEEO/AA/TTY.
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    Merit Positions
    Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
    • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
    • Group Term Life Insurance
    • Long Term Disability
    • LiveWell Program
    • Flexible Spending Programs
    • Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more)
    • Paid Holidays
    • Contributory Retirement Plan
    • Deferred Compensation
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Employees' Child Care Center
    • Continuous Learning Opportunities
    • Commuter Benefits Accounts
    NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
    For additional details please visit the
    Non-Merit Positions
    • Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
      • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
      • Flexible Spending Program
      • Deferred Compensation
    • Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
      • No benefits
    01
    What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
    • Less than 12th grade
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Some college
    • Associate's degree
    • Bachelor's degree
    • Master's degree
    • Doctorate degree
    02
    If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
    • Less than 45 quarter hours
    • 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
    • 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
    • 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
    • 180 or more quarter hours
    • Less than 30 semester hours
    • 30 to less than 60 semester hours
    • 60 to less than 90 semester hours
    • 90 to less than 120 semester hours
    • 120 or more semester hours
    • Not applicable
    03
    Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
    • Human Resources
    • Police Science
    • Psychology
    • Law enforcement/Criminal Justice
    • Other (related field)
    • Other (non-related field)
    • Not applicable
    04
    If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".
    05
    Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
    06
    Have you completed college-level major course work in Human Resources, Police Science or related field?
    • Yes
    • No
    07
    How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in investigations or law enforcement?
    • None
    • Less than one year
    • One to less than two years
    • Two to less than three years
    • Three to less than four years
    • Four to less than five years
    • Five or more years
    08
    How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in background investigations, recruitment, testing, or processing applicants?
    • None
    • Less than one year
    • One to less than two years
    • Two to less than three years
    • Three to less than four years
    • Four to less than five years
    • Five or more years
    09
    How many years of full-time equivalent investigative experience do you have?
    • None
    • Less than one year
    • One to less than two years
    • Two to less than three years
    • Three to less than four years
    • Four to less than five years
    • Five or more years
    10
    Do you have Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) certificate and are able to run queries?
    • Yes
    • No
    11
    Do you have a working knowledge of Virginia laws and standards of the Fairfax County Police Department?
    • Yes
    • No
    12
    Do you have knowledge of Linx-The Law Enforcement Information Exchange and eTrace?
    • Yes
    • No
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