Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Background Investigations Program Coordinator

Status: Conditional – Pending Contract Award Classification: Program Support / Administrative

Role Overview

The Background Investigations Program Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to ensure timely, compliant, and well-documented delivery of investigative services under the City of Oakland contract.

Key Responsibilities

Track investigation assignments, progress, and deadlines

Prepare required bi-weekly status reports for the City

Coordinate scheduling of candidate interviews and review meetings

Manage secure intake, organization, and storage of investigative documentation

Support compliance with City data ownership and confidentiality requirements

Assist with audit readiness and record retention

Serve as administrative liaison between investigative staff and City contacts

Required Qualifications

Experience in program coordination, compliance support, or administrative operations

Strong organizational, tracking, and reporting skills

Familiarity with handling sensitive or confidential information

Ability to support high-volume workflows in regulated environments

Proficiency with case management or tracking systems preferred

Candidates must submit proof of current California POST Background Investigator certification to fallon@ekentech.com as part of the application process. Applications without valid POST certification will not be considered.

Flexible work from home options available.