Field Investigator Jobs in San Bernardino, 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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Loss Prevention Detective

  • The TJX Companies, Inc.
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (17 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (17 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

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Senior Background Investigator

  • Peace Officer Selection and Employee Development
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 7 days ago

and Duties This advertisement is for a Correctional Lieutenant position located at POSED OPOS, located on Haven Ave, San Bernardino County. Please indicate the position number on your application:...

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Surveillance Investigator - Part Time

  • CoventBridge Group
  • Riverside, CA (9 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (9 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 14 days ago

In this role, you'll conduct discreet, vehicle-based field investigations to help uncover insurance fraud and deliver trusted results to our clients....

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Background Investigator

  • Peace Officer Selection and Employee Development
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 16 days ago

and Duties This advertisement is for a Correctional Sergeant position located at POSED OPOS, located on Haven Ave, San Bernardino County. Please indicate the position number on your application:...

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Welfare Fraud Investigator

  • County of Riverside
  • Riverside, CA (9 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Riverside, CA (9 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Experience: Two years conducting criminal investigations in a sworn status, in a governmental law enforcement agency, which included as a primary responsibility the performance of field investigations...

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Background Investigator (Recurrent)

  • San Bernardino County
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Option 3: Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience with primary responsibility for conducting criminal investigations in a law enforcement environment....

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Surveillance Investigator

  • Allied Universal
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (17 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA (17 miles from San Bernardino, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate efforts Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards in conducting surveillance operations QUALIFICATIONS (...

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Demographic Data for San Bernardino, CA

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in San Bernardino, CA

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in San Bernardino, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
Master's Degree
15.9%
High School or GED
15.5%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.9%
Some College
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 San Bernardino, 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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