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- Part-time
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- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
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City of Gravette —Gravette, AR
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Chatham County, GA —Savannah, GA
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- Weekends as needed
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- Overtime
- Mid-level
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Private Investigator

Confidential
Saint Charles, IL

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$30 - $40 an hour

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Report preparation
Filming
Writing skills
Private investigation
Physical surveillance
Surveillance
Video recording equipment
Investigative reports
Risk assessment
Typing
Video editing
PERC Card
Process serving
Editing

Full Job Description

Detective Agency seeking experienced investigator for physical surveillance, witness statements, process service and court research. Must have experience conducting physical surveillance, taking in-field video with time and date stamp camera and writing/dictating reports.

Qualifications
- 2+ years experience conducting physical surveillance for a licensed detective agency
- Valid PERC Card
- Must be reliable
- Computer and Printer/Scanner
- Video camera with time/date stamp
- Computer with ability to upload video and type/edit reports
- Experience writing/dictating and editing reports

Summary

As a Private Investigator, you will conduct thorough investigations to support cases and safeguard client interests. Reporting to senior investigators or program managers, you will collect data, perform surveillance, and compile comprehensive investigative reports. Your core skills in report writing, data collection, surveillance, and research will drive accurate findings and actionable insights. With premium expertise in law enforcement practices and sensitive information handling, you will contribute to fraud prevention, detection, and security planning. This role requires attentive, ethical investigation tactics and clear, concise documentation to uphold client trust and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

Conduct surveillance and undercover observations to gather actionable information while maintaining security and safety protocols.
Collect and organize data, compile investigative reports, and document findings with accuracy and clarity.
Perform background research, verify sources, and conduct legal and compliance checks as needed.
Collaborate with clients, law enforcement, or security teams to determine objectives and coordinate efforts.
Assist in fraud prevention and detection efforts, including risk assessments and report writing.
Maintain and handle equipment for field investigations, ensuring readiness and proper documentation.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Mileage reimbursement
Opportunities for advancement

Application Question(s):

Have you worked for at least two years as an investigator doing physical surveillance.

Work Location: On the road

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