Personnel Investigator

Full Job Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing personnel investigative work relating to Fire Fighter entrance processes including work history, character and credentials of applicants into the SA Fire Department. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location
Public Safety Headquarters - 315 S. Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX (78205)

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Requirements

Investigates all applicants under employment consideration to determine and verify past work history, character, and work qualifications.Meets with applicants to discuss Personal History Statements.Conducts criminal investigation and driving records compliance verifications through the Texas Criminal Investigations Center and Federal Bureau Investigations.Conducts workshops for Candidate Physical Assessment Testing and proctors Ergometrics evaluations.Submits written reports of all investigation findings to appropriate authority and prepares necessary correspondence, as required by the particulars of the investigation.Completes disqualification letters and compiles packets when applicants appeal to Fire Fighter' and Police Civil Service Commission.Completes summaries of investigations for City Manager review and approval.Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Qualifications Two years of college from an accredited college or university with preferable coursework in Human Resources, investigations, or related field.

Two (2) years of experience in investigatory work, preferably personnel investigations.

Valid Class “C” Driver’s License.

Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Polygraph examination experience.
• Knowledge of personnel investigation techniques and methodologies.
• Experience in performing personnel investigations.
• Experience in applying and interpreting employment law, such as the Fair Labor Standards Act, Equal Employment Opportunity, and the American with Disabilities Act.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint).

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.

One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.

One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.

Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of personnel investigations.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to conduct investigations in a tactful manner to obtain pertinent information.
• Ability to become familiar with city streets and business locations.
• Ability to prepare completed and accurate reports.
• Ability to understand and ensure compliance with Administrative Directives, City policies and procedures, and Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission Rules.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are in an office environment.