Job Description

This posting closes at 5:00 pm on the closing date.

Conducts pre-employment background inquiries for employment and to verify information that applicants have provided on job applications, compiling, and analyzing relevant facts and maintains records of verifications. The background checks focus on employment history, educational background, motor vehicle history and criminal background with the goal of researching the skills and behaviors of applicants to establish whether the applicant will be a good fit for the organization and what type of risk they might pose to the organization.

• Conducts interviews for pre-employment background inquiries.
• Assures background consent form and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) authorization form has been signed and submitted by the applicant.
• Performs inquiries including review with: National Crime Information Center (NCIC), local law enforcement adult criminal arrest and law checks, verification of valid social security number, character references, neighbor interviews, past employers, personal references, incarceration records and sex offender lists and New Mexico Courts.
• Prepares detailed and concise reports that include accurate summaries of pre-employment inquiries that are being considered for hire for submission to the Captain of Administrative Services for review.
• Coordinates, schedules, and conducts lie detector exams.
• Develop, maintain, and update a tracking log of all backgrounds, NCIC’s generated that is submitted by the 5 th of each month.
• Serve as the facility NCIC Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC).

ADDITIONAL DUTIES. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education. High School Diploma or GED.

Experience. Five (5) years full-time experience in a correctional institution, law enforcement, or similar type programs, with at least one (1) one year of investigations experience.  

Education/Experience Substitution. None

Licenses/Certifications. Non-restricted valid driver’s license and must maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with county policy. Must obtain and retain New Mexico National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) certification within six (6) months of hire. Must obtain EyeDetect (lie detector) certification to administer lie detector exams within three (3) months of date of hire.

Other (e.g., post-offer, medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver's license record, etc.). Post-offer, NCIC/Law Check, Lie Detector Examination, Background and driving record check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION :

Must have knowledge of: Modern principles, methods, and procedures used in investigations; local, state, and federal labor and civil rights laws and statutes, orders and court rulings affecting the region and regulations governing governmental entities; discrimination theories; personnel and employment practices; business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic; and methods to maintain accurate records.

Must have skill in: Organizing and implementing a wide variety of activities which requires considerable attention to detail; supporting County rules and regulations in a positive manner; interpreting and applying pertinent state and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; writing reports which are detailed, accurate, clear, and concise; utilizing necessary computer applications at an advanced level; communicating effectively in oral and written form; maintaining accurate logs and establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with law enforcement entities and others.

Must have ability to: Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Apply active listening techniques to obtain complete and accurate information. Maintain neutrality during inquiries and subsequent report writing. Exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.

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