Employment Facilitator - E911

The purpose of this classification is to assist applicants for Public Safety positions through the hiring process and to conduct background investigations.

Receives and reviews applications for public safety positions; identifies qualified applicants; provides information and responds to inquiries regarding open positions and the hiring process; and notifies applicants of eligibility or ineligibility for hiring.

Conducts comprehensive background checks for eligible applicants: interviews applicants, and personal and professional references; requests, gathers, compiles and evaluates driving history, criminal history, computer data, credit reports, medical documentation, military service records, and other documents.

Schedules various tests and evaluations: schedules polygraph and psychological examinations, medical and drug testing, and other evaluations; coordinates appointments with vendors and applicants; and schedules and facilitates written and physical testing components.

Compiles information to determine integrity, experience, capability and suitability for positions: makes hiring recommendations to public safety agencies; prepares and submits related reports; and coordinates hiring processes with Human Resources, hiring department, training facilities, and others as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED certificate; supplemented by at least two years of progressively knowledgeable and skilled experience in background investigations for employment, preferably in a public safety environment; higher level college education is desirable and may substitute for a portion of the required experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain and maintain GCIC certification within six months of hire. 

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.