Background Investigator

This is a full-time position with the Marshal's Office - Police Department at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Monday, 01/19/2026, 11:59 PM EDT Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants. The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

Duties

This is a full-time position with the Marshal's Office - Police Department at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. This is a civilian position within the police department.

This position is located in the Supreme Court of the United States, Police Force, Background Investigations Unit. Duties include the following:

• Conduct thorough background investigations that follow department policies, laws and procedural requirements to determine suitability for employment for federal law enforcement officers, civilians and contractors.
• Contact and conduct investigative interviews of applicants, applicant personal references and applicant employment references; develop and pursue lines of inquiry.
• Gather, verify, and analyze personal, professional, credit/financial, and educational documents; contact other agencies, governments, and professional organizations to obtain and verify information.
• Conduct discrepancy interviews to assess the truthfulness of the information provided.
• Prepare letters, reports and written summary of findings; analyze investigation results and draw logical and objective conclusions; confer with hiring managers; make recommendations regarding suitability for employment.
• Coordinate medical and psychological testing and reviews reports to determine suitability. Schedule and administer the Physical Abilities Test for police applicants.
• Communicate with managers, supervisors, or hiring decision-makers to discuss the information obtained.
• Respond to requests for information and assist outside agencies when appropriate.
• May be required to travel to interview sources and verify information.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Effectively evaluate suitability of an applicant and prepare sound recommendations based on research and analysis; demonstrate sensitivity of diverse cultures and individuals; work within stringent deadlines; organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks to complete work; work independently; read, comprehend and interpret complex written materials; perform detailed work with accuracy; exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential and sensitive information; exercise diplomacy when dealing with people in sensitive situations; operate computers and related software; establish and maintain effective working relationships with applicants, agencies, employees, and the general public; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Salary

• $77,771 - $133,142/year

Conditions of Employment

• Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
• Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See: www.sss.gov
• Valid Driver's License

Qualifications

Two or more years of experience conducting background investigations for employment or investigations in a law enforcement setting. Prior experience conducting investigations for employment suitability or security clearances at a federal, state, or local level is preferred. Experience conducting in-person, virtual and telephonic investigations; coordinating with local/state/federal law enforcement agencies; ability to gather, analyze and present facts orally and in writing, preferably in a law enforcement setting.

Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with a variety of research and reporting databases.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with SCI and RD access

Education A high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement; Bachelor's Degree is preferred. There is no substitute of education for experience. Other Information Working for the Supreme Court of the United States offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and the SmartBenefits transit subsidy. Paid Parental Leave - Following 12 months of covered federal service, the Court provides up to 12 administrative workweeks of paid parental leave during the 12-month period following the birth or new placement of a child. Required Documents

The following documents are required:

1. A cover letter
2. A resume

How to Apply

You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents are required and must be received by the closing date, 01/19/2026, in order to be considered. Please submit only these documents unless you have prior federal and/or military experience. In that case your most recent SF-50, Statement of Service, and/or DD-214 will also be required.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
• It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
• To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.