Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision insurance
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning background technology screening company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com - 1st consumer background checking system of its kind, and ClarityIQ a high-tech/high-touch investigative case management system.
MISSION
We're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions
VALUE In order to achieve our team, exhibit the behaviors and core values aligned with this mission http://www.ekentech.com/core-values
People-Focused: We are people-focused and results-driven.
Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.
Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.
Community and Employee Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what communities and employees care about.
IMPACT
As a small agile company, we seek high performers who relish in the idea that their effort will directly impact our customers and help shape the next evolution of background investigations.
Job Description
KENTECH is seeking an Investigative Analyst who is experienced, detail-driven, and confident managing investigative work with limited oversight. In this role, you will conduct fact-based pre-employment investigations, identify inconsistencies, and produce clear, well-written reports that meet quality and compliance expectations. You will also help improve how work moves through the process by staying organized, communicating early, and flagging risks before they become issues.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct impartial, fact-based pre-employment investigations in accordance with internal standards and client requirements.
Review municipal and government applications and supporting documents, identifying key issues, red flags, and gaps.
Detect discrepancies across records and documentation, then build a clear plan to resolve them through research and outreach.
Perform criminal and civil record checks using public records tools and research methods.
Manage multiple cases at once, maintaining consistent workflow and meeting deadlines without repeated follow up.
Complete advanced internet research using multiple sources, validating identity and data accuracy.
Make outbound calls to references, agencies, employers, schools, and other contacts to obtain time-sensitive information.
Draft and finalize investigative summaries and reports with strong grammar, structure, and clarity.
Maintain proactive communication with leads and internal partners, escalating issues early when needed.
Contribute to process improvements by sharing patterns, recurring issues, and practical recommendations.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree required (Criminal Justice, Pre-Law, Paralegal, Journalism, Political Science, or similar).
2+ years of experience in an office, administrative, investigative, compliance, legal, research, or document-heavy role.
Strong written communication skills, including editing and report-quality writing.
Comfort working in systems and learning new tools quickly (tech-forward environment).
Ability to handle sensitive data with professionalism and discretion.
Must be able to pass security clearance to obtain a Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC), or already have one.
Must be willing to complete a drug test.
Preferred
Experience working on regulated, government, legal, or compliance-driven work.
Experience with public records research, identity verification, or background screening workflows.
Desired Soft Skills
Critical Thinking: Strong judgment, ability to connect details, and draw accurate conclusions.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy and the ability to spot small issues that matter.
Problem-Solving: Resourceful, persistent, and able to work through roadblocks.
Communication: Clear, timely updates and professional phone presence.
Adaptability: Comfortable with shifting priorities and changing case needs.
Team Collaboration: Reliable partner who supports workflow and shared goals.
Ethical Integrity: Trustworthy with confidential and sensitive information.
Resilience: Calm under pressure and able to maintain quality when workloads increase.
Location Requirement
To be considered, candidates must currently reside in one of the following states due to operational and compliance requirements: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, New Jersey, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, or Washington.
Additional Information
Remote, Full-Time
PTO
Flex Time
STD/LTD
Life Insurance
Health, Vision, and Dental
Starting Pay: $15.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
This is a remote position.