California POST-Certified Background Investigator: Contractor (1099) - #1403845

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
  
  
  

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning background technology screening company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com—the first consumer background checking system of its kind—and ClarityIQ, a high-tech/high-touch investigative case management system.

MISSION

We're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions.

VALUE

In order to achieve our mission, our team embodies the core values aligned with it:

core-values

• Customer Focused: We are customer-focused and results-driven.
• Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.
• Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.
• Community and Employee Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what communities and employees care about.
  
  
  

IMPACT

As a small, agile company, we seek high performers who relish the idea that their efforts will directly impact our customers and help shape the next evolution of background investigations.

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is seeking a California POST-certified investigator to conduct comprehensive pre-employment background investigations for law enforcement candidates. This role requires strict compliance with California POST Commission Regulations 1953-1955, as well as agency-specific policies, ensuring the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct In-Depth Background Investigations – Perform detailed pre-employment background investigations for both sworn and non-sworn law enforcement candidates.

Interview & Verification – Conduct thorough interviews with applicants, references, employers, neighbors, and other relevant contacts to verify personal, professional, and criminal history.

Records Collection & Analysis – Review and assess criminal history, credit reports, employment records, military service, and educational credentials.

Compliance & Legal Standards – Ensure investigations follow the California POST Background Investigation Manual and comply with EEO, ADA, FCRA, and agency-specific regulations.

Detailed Report Writing – Prepare comprehensive, objective, and well-documented investigative reports summarizing findings.

Client Communication – Provide hiring authorities with timely updates, insights, and recommendations throughout the investigation process.

Confidentiality & Ethics – Handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion, ethical responsibility, and professionalism.

Minimum Qualifications

California POST Background Investigator Certificate (Required)

1-3 years of experience conducting law enforcement background investigations

Strong knowledge of California laws, POST regulations, and investigative best practices

Expertise in interviewing, data analysis, and report writing

Ability to work independently, manage multiple cases, and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Prior Law Enforcement Experience – Sworn or non-sworn investigator background preferred

Experience Handling Complex Cases – High-risk or specialized background investigations

Bilingual Proficiency – Spanish Or Other Languages Preferred

Work Environment

Hybrid or On-Site – Based on agency policy

Travel Requirements – May require travel for in-person interviews and field investigations

Confidentiality & Security – Regular exposure to sensitive information

Apply Now!

If you are a detail-oriented investigator with a commitment to excellence and compliance, we encourage you to apply!

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Flexible work from home options available.