Field Investigator Jobs in Hawthorne, CA

A Field Investigator in the security industry is responsible for conducting detailed investigations to gather facts and evidence for various types of inquiries. They generally work for private security companies, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, or legal firms. Their tasks may include surveillance, interviews, information gathering, evidence collection, document review, and report writing. They may also use specialized equipment, such as video cameras, to gather information, and they often work in the field, traveling to various locations as part of their investigations.

Before becoming a Field Investigator, a person may have roles such as a Police Officer, Security Officer, or Private Investigator. These roles provide the necessary skills and experience, such as observation skills, analytical thinking, communication skills, and understanding of legal procedures. Potential Field Investigators should also have relevant certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). These certifications are provided by professional associations like ASIS International and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and demonstrate the holder's competency in conducting investigations.

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Civil Rights Health Investigator

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Civil Rights Health Investigator UCLA - 4.3 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $83,800 - $179,400 a year 20 hours ago Qualifications Law Doctoral degree Mid-level Doctor of Law Interviewing...

Investigator

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered for this position, you must apply online to this site. The recruitment for this position is being managed by Another Source. All conversations...

Investigator University of California Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Special Instructions to Applicants To be considered for this position, you must apply online to this site. The recruitment for this position is being managed by Another Source. All conversations...

Loss Prevention Fraud Analyst-Career Path

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Loss Prevention Fraud Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Senior Information Security Analyst

  • Long Beach, CA (7 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (7 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space...

Civil Rights Health Investigator University of California Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide a cover letter and resume with your application. Department Summary The Discrimination Prevention Office (DPO) is responsible for assessing and...

Title IX Investigator - UCLA

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At a glance Join UCLAa high-profile institutional brand known for excellence in education and complianceas a Title IX Investigator and elevate your impact in equity and compliance. This hybrid...

Crime Scene Investigator

  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 3 days ago

adult use or possession of a drug not mentioned above (including cocaine) within three years prior to application for employment.Any illegal adult use or possession of a drug while employed in any law...

Crime Scene Investigator

  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Duties and Requirements Click to read more Duties Conducts investigations on crimes including residential, commercial and bank robberies; petty and grand thefts; residential, commercial and...

Crime Scene Investigator (Promotional)

  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (24 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 12 days ago

CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR (PROMOTIONAL) Salary $5,484.27 - $7,716.80 Monthly Location Huntington Beach, CA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 0255-0625P Department Police Department Opening Date...

Lead Asset Protection Investigator

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 14 days ago

security equipment including: CCTV and alarm equipment Must have strong oral and written communication skills Ability to support off-site events as needed Demonstrates the skill and willingness to...

Loss Prevention Detective TJ Maxx Burbank Full Time

  • Burbank, CA (19 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (19 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 15 days ago

enforcement procedures and professionally participates in legal activities as needed (e.g., police calls, etc.)...

Senior Payments & Fraud Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 15 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox Corporation Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world's leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports,...

Senior Payments & Fraud Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (6 miles from Hawthorne, CA)
  • 15 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox CorporationUnder the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the worlds leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX...

Demographic Data for Hawthorne, CA

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Field Investigator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Hawthorne, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Hawthorne, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.8%
Master's Degree
15.7%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Investigators in Hawthorne, CA
4-6 years
27.1%
2-4 years
25.1%
1-2 years
22.0%
Less than 1 year
9.6%
10+ years
8.5%
6-8 years
6.6%
None
1.1%


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