This is paraprofessional background investigation work in the Metro-Dade Police Department.

Employees in this class are responsible for obtaining and reviewing background information of applicants seeking employment within the Metro-Dade Police Department and applicants applying for licenses or permits which are required by law. Emphasis of the work is on conducting field and background investigations, identifying violators of Federal, state and local county ordinances, regulatory guidelines and laws, and preparing reports of findings. Duties require the use of tact and independent judgment in dealing with applicants, employees and the public, interpreting and applying administrative directives and code provisions in accordance with Federal, state and local county regulations. Supervision is received from an administrative superior who assists in difficult report preparation and reviews work through written reports, field supervision and analysis of techniques used for adherence to administrative and legal requirements.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Conducts background and field investigations of businesses and individuals applying for licenses or permits to determine compliance with Federal, state and local county ordinances, regulatory guidelines and laws.

Conducts confidential background investigations of applicants seeking employment, and current employees within the Metro-Dade Police Department; reviews a variety of reports and documents such as criminal histories, credit bureau reports, transcripts, legal documents and other sources to develop investigative leads; develops personal profiles which include interviewing previous and current employers, verifying health information, confirming biographical data and related information as required to make employment or retention decisions.

Conducts minor or non-criminal investigations as required.

Monitors "Going-Out-of-Business" sales to determine compliance with licensing and sales conditions.

Identifies violators of statutes, county ordinances and licensing regulations; requests assistance from appropriate law enforcement authorities to apprehend violators as needed; files for warrants as required.

Compiles and prepares reports of findings concerning the background of applicants for licenses, permits and departmental employees.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of applicable ordinances, regulatory guidelines and laws related to palmistry, junk yards, auto parts dealers, concealed weapons and other areas.

Knowledge of applicable sections of the Metropolitan Dade County Code as it relates to the nature of the duties being performed.

Knowledge of the requirements for employment to the various sworn, non-sworn and technical support positions of the Metro-Dade Police Department.

Knowledge of the arterial roadways of Dade and Broward Counties.

Knowledge of the Metropolitan Dade County Code, state statutes and commission administrative guidelines which may be required, to complete required reports.

Knowledge of analytical and research techniques.

Ability to select pertinent data from a variety of source materials.

Ability to express ideas and present factual information effectively, verbally and in writing.

Ability to interact effectively with people with sensitivity for the nature of the contact and information to be gathered.

Ability to effectively interview people and obtain information of a confidential nature.

Ability to interpret and explain laws, ordinances and regulations to the public and those making application for employment or licensure.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions of a simple or complex nature.

Ability to prepare and submit complete and concise work products.

Ability to develop investigative techniques and leads required to complete tasks.

Ability to make sound recommendations concerning licensure and employment.

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