[Hiring] Private Investigation Licensing Specialist @Marshall Investigative Group

Role Description

The Private Investigation Licensing Compliance Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring that private investigation activities adhere strictly to all applicable federal, state, and local licensing laws and regulations within the United States.

• Manage and oversee the licensing process for private investigators, ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison between private investigation agencies and regulatory bodies, facilitating communication and compliance audits.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving legal requirements to mitigate risks associated with non-compliance.
• Support the integrity of investigative operations by ensuring that private investigation professionals operate within the legal framework.
• Promote ethical standards and public trust in the industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in regulatory compliance, licensing administration, or a related area.
• Strong knowledge of private investigation licensing laws and regulations within the United States.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple licensing processes simultaneously.
• Proficient in using compliance management software and standard office productivity tools.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of state-specific PI licensing laws and security regulations.
• Ability to analyze data and records to ensure compliance.
• High accuracy in managing sensitive, confidential information and documents.
• Oversee several projects at different stages within licensing, coordinating across teams, tracking progress, and resolving issues without compromising deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written skills for interacting with regulatory agencies.
• Previous experience in licensing, human resources, or security compliance is typically preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process, renew, and track licenses for the firm and individual investigators.
• Ensure adherence to state regulations for both agency and employee needs, including background checks, fingerprinting, continuing education requirements, and bond procurement.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date documentation on all licenses, certifications, terminations, and compliance audits.
• Communicate with state licensing boards and agencies to resolve issues, submit documentation, and ensure legal compliance.
• Perform internal audits of employee and state files to ensure compliance with relevant state regulations.
• Identify compliance gaps and implement corrective action plans for licensing violations.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills for coordinating with regulatory agencies and internal teams.
• Analytical skills to interpret legal documents, identify compliance risks, and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiency with compliance management software to support tracking and reporting of licensing statuses and deadlines.
• Preferred skills such as legal research and training development to stay current with regulatory changes and educate staff.