Job Description
Salary: $57,049.72 - $72,841.60 Annually
Location : Champaign, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: BACKGRND INV SEPT 2024
Department: Police - Police Officers
Opening Date: 09/27/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description Do you have law enforcement or private investigative experience? Are you looking for an opportunity to serve your community in a meaningful and impactful way? If your answer is "yes," then consider applying today to be a
Background Investigator with the Champaign Police Department. This position is authorized for two years.
Responsibilities of Position Our Background Investigator serves an integral role in hiring members of the Champaign Police Department. They conduct thorough investigations to vet potential candidates for sworn and civilian positions within the department and the City. This includes reviewing applicant background packets; collecting information about applicants through in-person, mail, email, virtual, and telephone interviews with applicants, employers, family members, references, etc.; critically reviewing details for omissions, inconsistencies, and areas in need of further clarification; participating in police officer recruitment; and creating and maintaining detailed records and reports.
Required Qualifications •High school diploma or equivalent.
•Extensive law enforcement and/or investigative experience requiring investigative ability, judgment, discretion, and critical thinking.
•Or an equivalent combination of training and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
•Knowledge of investigative methods and techniques.
•Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
•Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and processes regarding background checks for civilian and sworn positions.
•Availability to travel out of the local area and work nights/weekends, overtime, or alternate hours, as necessary.
•Current valid driver's license and good driving record.
•Possess or be able to obtain, within approved timeframe, and maintain, L.E.A.D.S. and NCIC certification.
•Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and protection of confidential information in compliance with privacy laws and requirements.
Preferred Qualifications •An associate or bachelor's degree with coursework in criminal justice or a related field.
•Prior background investigation experience.
•Public sector law enforcement experience.
Drug screening, driving record review, and criminal background check and investigation will be required. The annual starting salary range is $57,049 - $64,945, plus an excellent fringe benefits package.
Applications must be submitted online no later than Sunday, October 13, 2024, for first consideration. Position will remain open until filled. Other Information The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion.
Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, the Illinois WorkNet Center and the City of Champaign City Building.
Our mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. These values guide our work:
Personal Integrity We act in the best interests of the City
We behave in an ethical and legal manner
We are open and honest
We follow through on commitments
We are loyal to the City
Responsibility We anticipate issues, problems, and opportunities
We take initiative
We act to prevent and solve problems
We take responsibility for the outcome of our actions and decisions
We hold ourselves and others accountable
Respect We treat others in a fair, courteous, and equitable manner
We actively listen and seek understanding
We provide a direct response
We embrace ethnic and cultural diversity in the community and our workplace
We are positive and cooperative
We are willing to apologize
Teamwork We know and respect our roles and responsibilities
We ask who needs to be involved and we involve others appropriately
We define and agree upon the goals
We collaborate to achieve organizational goals
We help others accomplish their goals
We share authority, responsibility, and credit
Results We take pride in our work
We complete assignments and projects on time and within budget
We evaluate outcomes and seek feedback on our performance
We learn from our mistakes
We innovate
This position is classified as Non-Bargaining Unit Non-Exempt.
HEALTH INSURANCE The City offers employee's a robust Health Alliance HMO plan.
The City of Champaign pays up to $580 of the employee (single) health insurance premium and 50 percent of the dependent premium for continuous full-time employees or 25 percent of the dependent premium for continuous part-time employees. Premiums for single employee coverage above $580 per month are shared by the employee and the City. For the 2024/2025 plan year, NBU employees contribute 1.2017 percent of their salary for the HMO plan. Premiums may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Health insurance coverage begins on the date of hire and ends effective the date of employment separation.
Rates are available under the Fringe Benefit Summaries section on the City's website at
DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE Employees may purchase dental and/or vision insurance through payroll deduction. Employees pay 100 percent of the monthly premium for this coverage. Premiums for dental and vision insurance may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Dental and vision insurance begins after waiting for one complete calendar month (e.g., if hire date is in the month of January, coverage begins on March 1st).
The dental plan has two options: Delta Dental Network Low Plan (PPO) and Delta Dental High Plan.
Vision insurance is provided by EyeMed.
Rates are available under the Fringe Benefit Summaries section on the City's website at
LIFE INSURANCE The City provides a $25,000 term life insurance policy for full-time non-bargaining unit non-exempt employees and a $13,000 policy for part-time employees. Employees may elect to purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for themselves up to 5x their annual salary or $500,000 (whichever is lower), through payroll deduction. Employees may also purchase term life for their spouses/dependents.
•Employee voluntary supplemental life insurance coverage can be purchased in $10,000 increments and the price is calculated based on the employee's age.
•Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their spouses up to half the amount purchased for themselves in $5,000 increments. Cost is calculated based on the employee's age.
•Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their dependent children in the amount of $10,000 for any/all eligible children.
•Employees may purchase Basic Life Insurance for their spouse and eligible dependent children.
o Option #1: $3.60/month for $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for any/all eligible children.
o Option #2: $1.80/month for $5,000 for spouse and $2,000 for any/all eligible children.
PENSION Illinois state law requires that eligible municipal employees be covered by the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Employee contributions to IMRF are 4.5 percent of salary and are tax-deferred. For 2024, the City contributes 6.46 percent of eligible employee's salaries to IMRF. In addition, IMRF members are covered by Social Security (FICA). Obtain additional information by contacting IMRF at 1-800-ASK-IMRF. Employees are eligible to contribute additional funds to IMRF through Voluntary Additional Contributions. Contact HR for details.
RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) A retirement health savings plan administered by the Mission Square Retirement Corporation has been established for NBU employees. NBU employees participate in a mandatory contribution of 1 percent of pre-tax salary into an RHS investment account. This account is available for use by the employee at retirement or separation of service. Eligible uses of the funds include medical expenses such as health insurance premiums, dental/vision expenses, coinsurance, and co-pays for employees, spouse, and/or dependents. Note: Upon separation, a mandatory 50 percent of accrued vacation, compensatory and payout-eligible sick leave will be contributed to your RHS balance.
HOLIDAYS New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
PERSONAL LEAVE At the beginning of each fiscal year July 1st, continuous full-time employees are credited with three personal days (24 hours); personal days are pro-rated for continuous part-time employees. Personal leave may not be accumulated and carried over into the next fiscal year. Personal leave during the first year of employment varies based on the date of employment.
VACATION Vacation accrual rates are based on years of service and pro-rated for part-time employees. Vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Requests for leave to be taken during the initial six months of employment must be approved by the employee's supervisor and may be permitted through a combination of personal leave, unpaid leave, flex time, and/or compensatory time.
SICK LEAVE Continuous full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 3.69 hours per pay period (approximately 1 day per month); sick leave accrual is pro-rated for continuous part-time employees. The maximum accumulation of sick leave is 1,200 hours.
LONGEVITY PAY Employees receive longevity pay based upon their years of continuous employment with the City. Longevity pay is an addition to the employees' base wage rate.
CREDIT UNION Employees may join the Credit Union I. Payroll deduction for savings and credit union loan payments are available as well as a deduction for a savings bond program and Christmas Club. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Credit Union directly at (800) 252-6950.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN The City of Champaign offers employees the opportunity to participate in a tax-deferred annuity plan of the Mission Square Retirement Corporation through payroll deduction. This is an optional plan with no City contributions. More information may be obtained by contacting Client Services (1-800-669-7400).
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Please select the option below that best describes your level of education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate Degree or Higher
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If you selected Associate Degree or higher in question #1, please specify the type of degree and major.
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Please list any specific courses or training you have completed related to conducting background investigations. Include the course/training title(s) and educational institution or training provider(s).
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Describe your law enforcement or investigative experience. Provide sufficient details regarding job duties/responsibilities requiring investigative ability, judgment, discretion, and critical thinking so we may accurately assess your qualifications. Enter N/A if you have no experience in these areas.
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Do you have any previous experience in conducting background investigations?
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6. If you answered "Yes" to question #5 above, please briefly describe your relevant work history and the nature of your experience.
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Describe any experience you have with Illinois public sector background check laws or regulations for civilian and sworn positions, including but not limited to: •Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILCS 705)•Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5)•Police Officer Certification Review (50 ILCS 705/6.1)•Sealing and Expungement of Records (20 ILCS 2630/5.2)If you have no experience with these or similar laws/regulations, enter N/A.
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The person in this position will be required to prepare a variety of reports such as investigative summary of facts reports and disqualification reports for terminating a background investigation. Please briefly describe your experience in preparing comprehensive, detailed written reports. Enter N/A if you have no experience in this area.
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Do you currently possess, or would you be able to obtain within an approved timeframe, L.E.A.D.S. certification?
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Do you currently possess, or would you be able to obtain within an approved timeframe, N.C.I.C. certification?
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Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
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Are you willing and able to occasionally work outside of normal business hours (to include nights, weekends, and overtime) as is necessary to fulfill your job duties in a timely fashion?
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Are you willing and able to travel as is required by the nature of this position? Please note that out-of-state travel may occasionally be required.
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Please briefly describe your experience in handling, possessing, and sharing information of a confidential or sensitive nature. If you have no such experience, please enter N/A.
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Please briefly describe your public sector law enforcement experience. If you have no such experience, please enter N/A.
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This position is currently budgeted for two years from the date of hire. Do you understand the approved duration of this position?
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