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Job description
Salary : $61,996.87 - $89,897.56 Annually
Location : Human Resources, 401 E Virginia St. McKinney, TX 75069, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Police Administration (Civilian)
Opening Date: 09/28/2026
Closing Date: 10/16/2026 5:00 PM Central
Summary
Based on experience, our typical hiring range for this position is as follows:
TYPICAL HIRING RANGE:
$61,996.87 - $70,171.77 / Annual
$29.81 - $33.74 / Hourly
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That's why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under general supervision, the Police Background Investigator is responsible for the completion of background investigations, home visits, personal interviews, and other processes necessary to make recommendations for hiring for Police Department positions.
Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
Contribute to a positive work culture.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conducts interviews, field investigations, and home visits for applicants.
Interviews personal and professional references.
Administers applicant testing and coordination of oral boards.
Reviews personal history statements for accuracy.
Communicates with polygrapher and psychologists for testing and reviews results.
Reviews driving record, financial background, and social media content.
Compiles written investigation summaries.
Prepares and submits conditional and final documents to Human Resources for official job offers for employment; confirms start dates.
Assists with recruitment efforts.
Maintains confidentiality of departmental documentation and issues.
Maintains Criminal Justice Security Awareness Certification.
Complies with all written City policies and procedures.
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
Must be able to work flexible hours when needed.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Completes investigations for Sworn Police Applicants when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
Must possess strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including the ability to calculate and tabulate data.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills including Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to provide high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
Ability to speak and deal tactfully with others and exhibit a willingness to share information.
Skill to exercise sound judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in various situations.
Skill to identify and implement process improvements.
Strong negotiating skills and ability to assess proposals and contracts.
Demonstrate a collaborative and flexible style, especially during times of change.
Effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
Ability to work under time pressures and problem solve.
Ability to operate of standard office equipment.
Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Must maintain a strict level of confidentiality regarding law enforcement sensitive information.
Must comply with the City Code of Conduct as well as the Police Department Code of Conduct and General Orders Manual.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration or related field, supplemented by three (3) years' experience in a law enforcement agency.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience as a police officer recruiting applicants or conducting criminal and background investigations.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must pass a drug screen and background check.
Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.
Selection Process
Submitted applications will be reviewed with emphasis placed on an individual's qualifications and overall experience in the areas directly related to the Job function. The applicants who possess the potential to meet our needs will be invited for an Interview. The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening.
Expected Duration - The current external job posting will remain on the McKinney Website for the duration indicated on the posting. Upon closing the process to fill the position will begin Immediately and is expected to take approximately six weeks.
Reapplication Process - All applicants who are not notified of a permanent disqualification may immediately re-apply for this position when posted by the City of McKinney.
Physical Demands/Supplemental
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Dynamic environment that requires one to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
The City offers a full complement of benefits:
Health Insurance Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Medical and Childcare Account (FSA)
Mental Health Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
City-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
City-paid and Voluntary Long Term Disability Insurance
Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Additional Benefits Legal Services through Legal Shield
Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
Wellness Program (earn up to $600 per year)
Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Mandatory 7% employee contribution
City match 2:1
5 year vesting
Retire after 20 years of service, or age 60 with 5 years of service
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Vacation (80 hours per year for new hires; tiered increases after 2 yrs)
Sick Leave (135 hours per year for yourself and immediate family)
Paid Parental Leave (80 hours for birth, adoption, or placement of a child in foster care)
Ten Paid Holidays
Personal Day
Optional compensatory time for hourly employees
Compensatory time for salaried employees
For more detailed information, please see the City of McKinney's
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Do you have any law enforcement experience? Yes
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Do you have background investigative experience? Yes
No
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Have you had a Class B conviction within the last 10 years? Yes
No
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Have you ever been convicted of any charge higher than a Class B offense? Yes
No
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Have you ever been convicted of a family violence charge? Yes
No
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Are you currently on probation or under indictment for any criminal offense? Yes
No
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Have you been discharged from the military under less than honorable conditions including: Any other characterization of service indicating bad character, Bad Conduct, Dishonorable or Other than Honorable condition? Yes
No
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Have you ever used any illegal felony grade substance as defined in the Texas Penal Code or Health and Safety Code, within ten years prior to the date of this application; to include prescription medication not prescribed to you? Yes
No
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Is your Driver's License currently suspended or revoked? Yes
No
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Do you have any serious violation such as reckless driving, endangering lives of others, racing, failing to stop and render aid, or negligent vehicular manslaughter within the past three years? Yes
No
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Do you authorize a background check to verify prior employment, criminal records, education, driving records if applicable and any other information relevant to the application process? Yes
No
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If you answered yes to authorizing a background check to verify prior employment, criminal records, education, and driving records please list your date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy). Information is used solely for the purpose of a background check.
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Please enter your Driver's License number.
Required Question
Worksite address
mckinney, TX, 75070, US
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