Field Investigator Jobs in California

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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Police Officer (Accident Investigator)

  • Twentynine Palms, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Twentynine Palms, CA
  • 8 hours ago

You will perform traffic law enforcement using radar and Breathalyzer; conduct investigative stops, questions, detains and issues traffic citations....

Senior Fraud Investigator

  • Oakland, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Requisition ID # 163515 Job Category: Human Resources Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Gen Counsel, Ethics, Risk & Compliance Work Type: Hybrid Job Location: Oakland Department...

Senior EEO Investigator

  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Requisition ID # 161623 Job Category: Human Resources Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Gen Counsel, Ethics, Risk & Compliance Work Type: Hybrid Job Location: Oakland Department...

Cyber Security Analyst in Palo Alto, CA (Onsite)

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 1 day ago

Cyber Security Analyst in Palo Alto, CA (Onsite) The Data Protection Engineer will enhance Rivian's cybersecurity posture by focusing on tactical data protection operations, automation, and tool...

Supervising Investigator II, Department Of Motor Vehicles

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Pursuant to and under authorization of Vehicle Code section 1655 and Penal Code section 830.3, and under the direction of the Deputy Chief, Field Investigations Branch, the Supervising Investigator...

Supervising Fraud Investigator I, Department Of Health Care Services

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description and Duties Job Description and Duties Why Join DHCS? The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California's health care safety net. Our success is made...

Mid Counterintelligence Analyst

  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago

Counterintelligence Analyst - Mid Responsibilities Include: Provides analytic support to senior officials, collectors, and operators throughout the DoD, IC, and law enforcement agencies/organizations...

Insider Threat Investigator

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Work complex security incidents with multiple stakeholders, including those without experience in the threat and intelligence fields Work with Security Analysts, utilizing law enforcement...

Extra-Help Background Investigator

  • CA
  • 1 day ago
  • CA
  • 1 day ago

Education/Experience Two years performing law enforcement investigative work for a government agency; OR Five years as a peace officer in a government law enforcement agency....

Senior Information Security Analyst - Insider Risk Team Lead

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

PREFERRED: Previous law enforcement investigation background is a big plus. Understanding of machine learning principles is a plus....

SURVEILLANCE INVESTIGATOR - Corona, CA

  • Corona, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 1 day ago

between states Current CA Private Investigator License preferred Previous experience related to surveillance is preferred Access to a suitable surveillance vehicle for day-to-day use Valid Driver’s...

Senior Police Civilian Investigator (Part-Time/Temporary)

  • Azusa, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Azusa, CA
  • 2 days ago

Experience : Three (3) years of field investigative experience involving public contact for a police or criminal investigation agency....

Communicable Disease Investigator-25573503

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

The Health and Human Services Agency is seeking qualified individuals for the position of COMMUNICABLE DISEASE INVESTIGATOR Interviews and job offers will take place beginning the week of April...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA
  • 3 days ago

Get paid to learn the ropes of fraud investigation and real-world surveillance. Frasco offers fully paid investigator training to help you launch your career! Is surveillance right for you?...

Extra-Help Background Investigator

  • Modesto, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 3 days ago

Education/Experience Two years performing law enforcement investigative work for a government agency; OR Five years as a peace officer in a government law enforcement agency....

Demographic Data for California

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Field Investigator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecurity research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.1%
High School or GED
16.0%
Master's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Investigators in California
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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