Job Description

JOB OPPORTUNITY #: 12-153

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR P/T

SHERIFF & ADULT DETENTION

Posted: 05/19/26 Responsibilities Conducts and compiles professional background investigations for candidates and prospective employees by interviewing employers, co‑workers, associates, neighbors, law enforcement officials, military personnel, family members and personal references; prepares reports; makes recommendations; may assist in training and/or leading staff involved in the above. Working hours 20 hours per week Location Columbia, Missouri Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must not have any felony convictions or convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude. Must not have other criminal convictions within the last two (2) years, excluding minor traffic violations. Vision acuity correctable to 20/40 in at least one eye; and possess vision to read a computer screen and printed materials. Must possess a valid driver's license at time of application and a valid Missouri driver's license at time of appointment. Proficient knowledge of the English language, to include: grammar, punctuation, and spelling oral and written communication reading comprehension Applicant must pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Must be able to interact with the public and possess hearing and speech abilities to communicate in person and over the telephone. Must meet minimum qualifications set forth by the FBI and MSHP CJIS Security policy. Preferred Skills Experience working in human resources or law enforcement. Experience conducting investigations, ideally conducting background investigations. Starting Hourly Pay Rate $23.03 - $23.73 per hour Additional Forms Required Boone County Sheriff's Office Authorization and Addendum Benefits Benefit‑eligible employees receive paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, enrollment in the County Employees Retirement Fund, and two matching deferred compensation plans. Other benefits include 100% County paid or low‑cost employee health insurance premium options, 100% County paid employee dental premiums, subsidized dependent premiums, and County paid long‑term disability and life insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boone-County-Government

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