POST CERTIFIED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR

Benefits: • Opportunity for advancement • Competitive salary Background Investigator (Independent Contractor) LA Metro – Department of Public Safety Overview KENTECH Consulting Inc. has been selected as a background investigation vendor for the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro). We are seeking experienced, California-based Background Investigators to conduct pre-employment background investigations for public safety, security, and sworn personnel. This role is project-based and case-driven, with work assigned based on availability, experience, and scope. Scope of Work Investigators may be assigned cases across the following categories: • Sworn Personnel (POST-compliant background investigations) • Public Safety Dispatchers • Security Management / Supervisory Roles • Security Officers (Fast Track investigations) • Discovery or follow-up investigations related to unforeseen or disqualifying information Work may include, but is not limited to: • Candidate interviews (in person or remote, depending on case) • Reference interviews • Employment and education verification • Criminal history and records review • Residence verification and neighborhood canvassing when required • Social media and open-source review in compliance with applicable laws • Accurate, thorough, and timely report writing aligned with POST standards • Coordination with KENTECH project management and quality review teams Compensation Compensation is per completed investigation, not hourly, unless otherwise approved. • (POST Compliant): up to $645 per case Some cases may involve shared work between a field investigator and a report writer. Compensation may be split accordingly based on scope. Requirements • Active California Private Investigator license • POST Background Investigator certification (required for sworn cases) • Minimum five years of experience conducting pre-employment background investigations for law enforcement or public safety agencies • Strong knowledge of POST standards, Government Code sections 1031 and 1029, and applicable employment laws • Ability to conduct fieldwork within Los Angeles County when required • Excellent written communication and report-writing skills • Ability to manage multiple cases independently and meet deadlines • Comfort working in a remote, case-based environment Independent Contractor Relationship This position is a 1099 independent contractor role. Investigators: • Are paid per case or approved hourly work • May accept or decline assignments based on availability • Set their own schedules within case deadlines • May provide services to other clients or agencies Location • California-based • Field work may be required within Los Angeles County depending on case type Why Work With KENTECH • Long-standing public safety and law enforcement contracts nationwide • Clear scope, expectations, and compensation structure • Professional project management and quality support • Consistent workflow tied to a major transit authority Flexible work from home options available. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job