Police Background Investigation Administration Specialist I

Police Background Investigation Administration Specialist I

The Police Background Investigation Administration Specialist I provides administrative and clerical support to the Background Investigations Unit. The incumbent assists in the intake and processing of new applicants, handles administrative tasks for ongoing investigations, and acts as a liaison between applicants and Background Investigators. The Specialist I plays a critical role in maintaining accurate records, processing data, and ensuring timely communication between the Background Investigations Unit, Metro Transit Police departmental leadership, and external stakeholders.

Essential Functions :

• Provides administrative support to Background Investigators, including conducting application inquiries and reference checks as needed.
• Schedules applicant appointments and maintains the Background Investigations Unit calendar.
• Creates cases in the background investigation tracking system and prepares physical files for new applications.
• Sends out background packets to qualified applicants; answers questions related to packet completion.
• Receives and reviews new applications and background packets for completeness; communicates with applicants regarding incomplete or missing information.
• Conducts preliminary law checks and other initial screening steps.
• Responds to inquiries from applicants, other law enforcement agencies, and departmental staff.

Other Functions :

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria :

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.