Background Investigator

Salary

$ $38.12 Hourly

Location

Police Department - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Classified - Full Time

Job Number

17416

Division

Colorado Springs Police Department

Department

CSPD Human Resources

Opening Date

10/15/2025

Closing Date

10/29/2025 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

The anticipated start date for this position is January 5, 2026.

About the Job: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional to conduct comprehensive background investigations for both civilian and sworn applicants. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity and standards of our department by ensuring that all candidates meet the qualifications and ethical expectations required for public service.

Job Posting Statement : This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.

Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs can offer

As a Background Investigator, you will:

• Perform professionally complete and thorough investigation of civilian and sworn applicants for positions with CSPD.
• Conduct professional interviews of the candidate, references, and contacts.
• Verify the accuracy of the information that has been provided and obtained during the investigation.
• Communicate effectively with candidates during the background process.
• Provide a detailed and unbiased written report to human resources including all pertinent. information regarding the suitability of the candidate for the civilian position or position of a police officer.
• Work collaboratively with members of the Background Cadre, human resources personnel and outside agencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and supporting software (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Knowledge of investigative processes and procedures
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and maintain a detailed schedule with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
• Knowledge and ability to access and interpret financial, criminal, employment and educational records
  Knowledge of federal and state employment laws regarding pre-employment background investigations including FCRA

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field. Preferred experience in a law enforcement or public sector environment.
• Possess or obtain upon hire, a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges.
• Possess or obtain within three months of hire: National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Certification and Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) Certification.

• Computer based investigative skills experience.
• One year of experience with a law enforcement agency.
• Experience in the public sector.
• Experience with pre-employment background investigations.

Please contact CSPD Human Resources at for any questions about this position.

Pre-employment Requirements: The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department's Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.

The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

The background check for this position includes a polygraph examination and fingerprinting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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• Please visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).

• Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.

• Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

• We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability page

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