CHP UNIFORMED HIRING SECTION – PREEMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND VERIFICATION SERVICES

2026-11-03

5 . GENERAL INVESTIGATIVE REQUIREMENTS A . All investigators shall use the relevant CHP and Standard forms required by CHP and the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training ( POST ). Where applicable , all original documents submitted by the applicant or obtained by the investigator shall be inspected for authenticity and a copy shall be retained by the investigator and included with each background investigation . The required documents will be made available to each investigator by CHP . B . While conducting each background investigation , each investigator shall ensure each applicant ’ s privacy is protected and all personal identifiable information is securely stored and not readily accessible to others who are not authorized to view it . C . The Contractor must have the ability to attempt all required preemployment background investigation checks in countries beyond the United States and translate outgoing and incoming correspondence to the appropriate language . D . Completed background investigations shall be assembled in accordance with CHP guidelines and compiled into a single file to be presented to CHP for review . Should any mistakes or omissions be discovered , or additional investigation be required , CHP may request additional investigation . E . In the event any investigation fails to comply with either POST or CHP standards and guidelines , the report shall be returned to the primary investigator , and the missing elements shall be addressed and corrected prior to acceptance by the CHP . Any investigation that needs to be corrected shall be completed and resubmitted within ten ( 10 ) business days . F . In cases where only a partial , or reinstatement background investigation is required , the investigator will only be responsible for the time frame from the end of the previous background to the current date . However , the investigator will be required to ensure all time sensitive documentation is valid . G . At the end of each investigation , the CHP shall be afforded the opportunity to ask any clarifying questions or gather any additional information needed for the final interview process . H . This SOW is based on current law . Should existing laws be amended , or new laws implemented , the Contractor shall comply with the new requirements . 6 . DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED Conduct thorough , complete , and current POST and CHP compliant preemployment background investigation services for Uniformed , Nonuniformed Sensitive , and Sensitive Public Safety Dispatcher and Public Safety Operator positions . All relevant information , whether positive or derogatory , shall be documented in a standalone narrative . All investigations shall utilize the Electronic Statement of Personal History ( eSOPH ) program , to upload and manage all documents and submit finalized reports for uniformed and dispatch classifications . All other investigations will not utilize software and shall be paper files . All investigators shall be Licensed Private Investigators or Attorneys . A background investigation shall be completed within sixty ( 60 ) calendar days unless unforeseen circumstances require an extension which will be provided by CHP on a case - by - case basis . The investigator shall use all relevant CHP documents and guidelines to ensure completeness and consistency . All determinations for employment and suitability shall remain the sole decision of the CHP . The investigations shall include the following elements for each specific classification and shall be documented in accordance with CHP guidelines . A . General Investigative Duties and Responsibilities : Uniform Positions TIER 1 1 ) Pre - investigative Requirements – The investigator shall administer , review and upload the following : a ) Cadet , CHP , Oral Interview . b ) Conditional Offer of Employment . c ) Background Investigation Questionnaire ( BIQ ). Contractor shall ensure applicant includes the who , what , when , where , and why when responding to questions on the BIQ . If the applicant fails to include this information , the BIQ shall be returned to the applicant to update their responses . d ) Applicant Drug History Questionnaire . 2 ) Education Verification – The investigator shall inspect official transcripts for all levels of education indicated , high school or above , and include a copy with each investigation . The investigator shall provide a brief summary of the applicant ’ s education . The education being used to satisfy the minimum requirements shall consist of one or more of the following : a ) Graduation from an accredited high school , or accredited / approved private high school . b ) Verification of passing GED or high school equivalency . c ) Possession of a two ( 2 ) year , four ( 4 ) year , or an advanced degree from accredited college or university .

California

2026-03-27