Background Investigator — Brea, CA at HdL Companies

About the Company

The HdL Companies help cities, counties, and special districts maximize revenues through research, financial analysis, and specialized software. As a leader in the financial services sector, we serve over 900 local governments nationwide. Leveraging our talented team and leading-edge systems, our discovery efforts have recovered over $3 billion for our partners.

Core Values

Our team aspires to deliver excellence in everything we do, acting with integrity and accountability. We foster relationships built on trust and collaboration, giving generously of our time and resources to teammates, clients, and communities. We enjoy the journey, celebrating successes and finding fulfillment in our work, while remaining authentic, grateful, and humble.

About the Role

Based in our Brea, CA location, this position operates under the Background Supervisor to conduct POST-compliant pre-employment and public safety background investigations. You will support sworn and non-sworn law enforcement officers, dispatchers, fire marshals, investigators, and civilian staff. The role involves managing investigative timelines, interpreting complex data from federal and state agencies, and analyzing criminal history, financial reports, and legal documents to draw logical conclusions.

Beyond investigations, you will engage in contract administration, including analyzing service agreements, responding to RFPs, and monitoring contract performance. You will also maintain professional relationships with financial institutions, educational organizations, and law enforcement agencies, while traveling for temporary duty assignments to conduct interviews.

Work Environment

We offer a flexible work environment that encourages collaboration across offices and remote teams. All new hires must complete an introductory period, after which the role requires two days per week in the Brea office, with other days available for remote work.

Equal Opportunity

HdL Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Work location

Work model: Hybrid

540, Coyote Canyon Way, Downtown Brea, Brea, Orange County, California, 92821, United States

Brea, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circleConduct POST-compliant pre-employment and public safety background investigations
check_circleAnalyze criminal history, court dispositions, and financial reports to identify discrepancies
check_circleSchedule and conduct in-person and virtual one-on-one interviews with candidates
check_circleMaintain written and verbal communications with psychologists, physicians, and city executives
check_circleTrack client contract performance data and resolve client complaints
check_circleOrganize all investigative material in accordance with state and departmental procedures
check_circleTravel on temporary duty assignments to conduct background interviews and investigations
check_circleInterpret data from FBI, DOJ, DMV, and military agencies for investigative findings
check_circleMonitor contract activities and report balances and service limitations to supervisors

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in public policy, Public Administration, Political Science and Government, Criminal/Civil Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field
verifiedTwo years of investigative experience (substitute for degree)
verifiedThree years of experience with a law enforcement agency as a criminal or background investigator
verifiedObtain and maintain current P.O.S.T. Background Investigators certification or approved professional training plan
verifiedValid Class C California Driver's License and valid automobile insurance

Benefits & Perks

check_circleOpportunity to participate in 401kcheck_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, LTD and Employee Assistance Programcheck_circlePaid time off for Vacation, Sick and Holidayscheck_circleEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, Adobe Acrobat, Esoph, Guardian Alliance, Post Background Investigators Certification, Class C California Driver's License.

Education: Bachelor's degree in specified fields or 2 years investigative experience.

Frequently asked questions about Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies

What does a Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies will conduct post-compliant pre-employment and public safety background investigations; analyze criminal history, court dispositions, and financial reports to identify discrepancies; schedule and conduct in-person and virtual one-on-one interviews with candidates; and maintain written and verbal communications with psychologists, physicians, and city executives.

What are the requirements for this Background Investigator (Hybrid) role?expand_more

HdL Companies is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in public policy, Public Administration, Political Science and Government, Criminal/Civil Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field; Two years of investigative experience (substitute for degree); Three years of experience with a law enforcement agency as a criminal or background investigator; Obtain and maintain current P.O.S.T. Background Investigators certification or approved professional training plan; and Valid Class C California Driver's License and valid automobile insurance.

Where is the Background Investigator (Hybrid) role at HdL Companies located?expand_more

Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies is based in 540, Coyote Canyon Way, Downtown Brea, Brea, Orange County, California, 92821, United States. This is a hybrid role.

Is this Background Investigator (Hybrid) job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

HdL Companies has listed this Background Investigator (Hybrid) role as hybrid.

How much experience is required for this Background Investigator (Hybrid) role?expand_more

Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Background Investigator (Hybrid) role at HdL Companies?expand_more

Key skills for Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies include MS Word; MS Excel; MS Powerpoint; Adobe Acrobat; Esoph; Guardian Alliance; Post Background Investigators Certification; and Class C California Driver's License.

What education is required for Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in specified fields or 2 years investigative experience.

What category does the Background Investigator (Hybrid) role belong to?expand_more

Background Investigator (Hybrid) at HdL Companies is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.

Background Investigator (Hybrid)