State Of Texas Employment – Investigator III

Job Description:

The Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Background Check (BC) Specialist III (Investigator III) performs moderately complex investigative work evaluating and processing background check requests for the DFPS Background Checks program (BC). The position conducts, researches and evaluates criminal history background check results received from Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and agency abuse and neglect case records according to DFPS Background Check policies and procedures. The position evaluates results to positively identify the applicant, documents background check history findings, evaluates the history in accordance with current program and agency policies and procedures, and determines applicant eligibility for client and/or agency data access according to these policies. The position reviews and prepares records, correspondence and reports, and makes recommendations regarding background check case determinations and provides training to other background check staff. This position conducts background checks on behalf of Child Protection Investigations (CPI) for emergency placement purposes. Performs audit compliance functions regarding CPI emergency placement checks, as well as development of statistical data collection and status reporting to program leadership. Serves as a liaison to DFPS staff, government agencies, external volunteer agencies, and the general public to provide information and provides technical assistance regarding background check programs, processes, policies and requirements. Provides background check technical assistance, training and support for various areas of DFPS including Program Support, Purchased Client Services, Information Technology, Program staff in CPS, APS and CPI, as well as the Health and Human Services (HHS) System, other state and federal agencies, service providers, and the general public. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Independently evaluates and summarizes criminal history results researching a variety of database aggregators including but not limited to the DPS secure site and online district court databases to determine if the criminal history report is complete and contains necessary disposition data. If disposition data is incomplete, obtains additional data by researching online court databases, contacting the courts directly, contacting law enforcement or contacting the subject directly. Analyzes the criminal history and court data received to make an objective analysis to determine the level of safety risk an individual may have toward DFPS clients and/or client data, and develops recommendations to clear, bar or further review an applicant in accordance with program and agency policies and procedures. Decides whether or not to clear or bar an applicant by determining level of risk to the agency and agency clients, in accordance with program and agency policies and procedures and seeks manager’s approval.

Job Details:

Company: State Of Texas Jobs

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location:  Weslaco, TX, US

Application Deadline: N/A

Apply Here

Jobsvilla.net