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Background Investigator (Part-Time)
Are you a detail-oriented professional with investigative experience and a strong commitment to integrity and confidentiality?
The City of San Bernardino's Police Department is seeking a dedicated Background Investigator to join the team!
About The City
As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.
San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.
About The Position
The Background Investigator is a part-time position responsible for conducting comprehensive background investigations for candidates seeking employment with the Police Department. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the incumbent reviews background forms, credit reports, and investigative records, interviews references and associates, and compiles detailed investigative reports. The Background Investigator evaluates candidate suitability by applying POST guidelines, applicable laws, and City policies, and prepares organized investigative packages for review by Police Department executive staff.
Qualified candidates must successfully complete a police background investigation as part of the pre-employment examinations.
The Ideal Candidate
The incumbent will demonstrate exceptional investigative skills and attention to detail. The candidate will be highly organized, maintaining meticulous records and presenting findings objectively to the Police Department's executive staff. Strong communication skills, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion are essential for success in this role.
A Day In The Life
A typical day for a Background Investigator involves reviewing candidate background packets and verifying information provided in personal history statements. The investigator analyzes records, credit reports, and criminal history information to ensure compliance with POST standards.
Throughout the day, the investigator conducts interviews with employers, coworkers, neighbors, and personal references to verify candidate history and gather additional information. Investigators carefully evaluate statements, identify discrepancies, and follow up on leads to ensure a thorough and objective investigation.
The Background Investigator also prepares detailed investigative reports summarizing findings and organizes documentation into a comprehensive background package for review by Police Department leadership. Strong organization, attention to detail, and confidentiality are essential in ensuring each investigation is accurate and complete.
Click here to view the full Background Investigator Part-Time job description
Education And Experience
A valid State driver’s license is required.
Knowledge Of
This recruitment will close on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications review: Week of Monday, March 30, 2026
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position.
Pre-Employment Process May Include, But Is Not Limited To
The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.
Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov
Disclaimers
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909) 998-2060.
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
The San Bernardino Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free of all forms of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment and retaliation (Government Code
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Stephanie Rivera at Rivera_es@sbcity.org.
Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.
The City of San Bernardino's Police Department is seeking a dedicated Background Investigator to join the team!
About The City
As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.
San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.
About The Position
The Background Investigator is a part-time position responsible for conducting comprehensive background investigations for candidates seeking employment with the Police Department. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the incumbent reviews background forms, credit reports, and investigative records, interviews references and associates, and compiles detailed investigative reports. The Background Investigator evaluates candidate suitability by applying POST guidelines, applicable laws, and City policies, and prepares organized investigative packages for review by Police Department executive staff.
Qualified candidates must successfully complete a police background investigation as part of the pre-employment examinations.
The Ideal Candidate
The incumbent will demonstrate exceptional investigative skills and attention to detail. The candidate will be highly organized, maintaining meticulous records and presenting findings objectively to the Police Department's executive staff. Strong communication skills, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion are essential for success in this role.
A Day In The Life
A typical day for a Background Investigator involves reviewing candidate background packets and verifying information provided in personal history statements. The investigator analyzes records, credit reports, and criminal history information to ensure compliance with POST standards.
Throughout the day, the investigator conducts interviews with employers, coworkers, neighbors, and personal references to verify candidate history and gather additional information. Investigators carefully evaluate statements, identify discrepancies, and follow up on leads to ensure a thorough and objective investigation.
The Background Investigator also prepares detailed investigative reports summarizing findings and organizes documentation into a comprehensive background package for review by Police Department leadership. Strong organization, attention to detail, and confidentiality are essential in ensuring each investigation is accurate and complete.
Click here to view the full Background Investigator Part-Time job description
Education And Experience
- High School diploma or G.E.D required.
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Two (2) years of law enforcement experience with a minimum of one (1) year of investigation experience in a public safety environment; or two (2) years of experience conducting or supervising the POST background investigation process.
A valid State driver’s license is required.
Knowledge Of
- Selection standards as set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) guidelines.
- Confidentiality laws pertaining to personnel records, requests for information from other departments, the public, or the media regarding candidates.
- Rationales for confidentiality sufficient to ensure the integrity and personal privacy of candidate background investigation files and all information contained therein.
- Principles and practices of confidentiality sufficient to recognize actions that may compromise the integrity of the investigation or investigation file documents.
- Various technical specialists available to assist in an investigation and when to request such assistance.
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Basic principles of police investigation methods and procedures, interviewing and interrogation techniques, Federal and State Government Code, Labor Code, Americans with Disability Act, customer service principles, and effective communication skills.
- Read, comprehend, and interpret detailed, complex written material.
- Prepare clear and concise written reports.
- Analyze complex ideas and information and present findings in a succinct, understandable format, both verbally and in writing.
- Effectively evaluate suitability of a candidate and prepare sound recommendations based on research and analysis.
- Simultaneously consider numerous facts, perceive patterns and relationships, and develop ideas about past occurrences based on numerous small pieces of information or evidence.
- Access information through various computer systems.
- Compare and interpret information, recognize and examine discrepancies, and draw logical conclusions.
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Manage time effectively to complete work within stringent deadlines; organize, prioritize, perform multiple tasks, and combine investigations to ensure timely completion; balance workload and handle several cases concurrently.
This recruitment will close on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications review: Week of Monday, March 30, 2026
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All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position.
Pre-Employment Process May Include, But Is Not Limited To
- Personal History Statement and Pre-Background Interview Questionnaire Packets
- Background Investigation with Investigator
- Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug test
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LiveScan Fingerprinting which reviews criminal history with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.
Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov
Disclaimers
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909) 998-2060.
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
The San Bernardino Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free of all forms of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment and retaliation (Government Code
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12940(k); 2 CCR 11023).
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Stephanie Rivera at Rivera_es@sbcity.org.
Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.
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