Orange County, Florida is home to a diverse population of over 1,000,000 residents spanning approximately 1,000 square miles. Beautiful year round mild weather, sunshine, world famous attractions, community and cultural events, plenty of outdoor activities, and miles of nearby beaches help make Orange County a great place to live and work.
Orange County is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity. We are seeking a motivated, high energy, self-starter to fill the role of a “Background Examiner” in our Office of Professional Standards division. This position performs paraprofessional and technical work supporting County-wide background screening processes. This position is responsible for conducting thorough and objective background investigations of applicants to determine employment suitability; research information and prepare recommendations and reports based on findings.
Representative Duties
This position performs paraprofessional and technical work supporting County-wide background screening processes. This position is responsible for conducting thorough and objective background investigations of applicants to determine employment suitability; research information and prepare recommendations and reports based on findings.
Work is performed under supervision of Background Investigation Supervisor and is evaluated for accuracy and efficiency of the investigation process.
Conducts thorough and complete background investigations according to department policies, applicable laws, and procedural requirements.
Gathers verifies, and analyzes investigation reports; contacts other agencies, governments, and professional organizations to obtain and verify information.
Coordinates and assists divisions/departments in understanding and preparing internal and external applicant background screening packets. Receives and reviews applicant screening packets and conducts preliminary automated check processes.
Resolves and provides guidance regarding specific or unique issues or applicant situations that may arise related to background investigation.
Coordinates and verifies polygraph scheduling as well as ensuring necessary documents are provided to the contractor prior to scheduled test.
Coordinates fingerprint schedules with supported divisions/departments and obtains fingerprints of applicants. Retrieves and files fingerprint results in accordance with applicable standards.
Maintains and secures fingerprint equipment.
Serves as a liaison between the Office of Professional Standards and Human Resource (HR) representatives and managers regarding the status of the submitted screening packets.
Formalizes final reports and communicate the divisions/departments about the results. Tracks costs and prepare reports for internal reporting.
Participates in briefings, trainings and information sessions to improve efficiency, quality and timeliness of background process
Maintains records and participates in record-keeping audits.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent and four years of responsible clerical experience. College education from an accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License.
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Must not have been convicted of or plead no contest to a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. An extensive background investigation will be conducted including polygraph examination.
Preferences
Prefer applicants with previous experience in background investigation to include Clerk of Court, State Attorney and FDLE record searches.
Notes
All candidates are required to complete the online application to its entirety. Applications with missing “Work experience details” or applications with a note “See resume attached” will NOT be considered for this role.
Orange County Employment and Benefits Information:
http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives
Employee Benefits:
10 holidays including 1 floating holiday annually.
18 days paid time off per year.
6 days of TERM (sick) time annually.
Low cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance, disability.
Free basic life, long-term disability, and employee assistance for all family members effective on day one.
Employee assistance program includes one on one sessions and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Orlando Magic gyms for the whole family, free access to County Wellworks gyms. Free onsite coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Participation with Florida Retirement System (www.myFRS.com) for either Pension or Investment Plan.
Application Deadline
Posting date – 9/8/22
Closing date – 9/23/22 (Posting is subject to close without prior notice)
Salary
$18.03 to $23.60 per hour (Based on Qualifications)
Address
450 E. South Street, Orlando, FL 32801
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans’ Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
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