Field Investigator Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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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Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2 (Investigator)-00021746

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Smyrna, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2 (Investigator)-00180527

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

Claims Investigator - Full Time

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

investigations cases Field investigations experience - Face to face statements Ability and willingness to travel within a multi-state coverage area (as necessary) Experienced in investigation of product...

Remote Work

Remote Work from Home Fraud Specialist $15.00 per hour

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our...

Remote Work

Fixed-Term Security Operations Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

In physical security management at PwC, you will focus on confirming the safety and protection of people, assets, and information through the implementation and management of physical security measures...

Cyber Security Analyst II - CTJ - Secret

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Security represents the most critical priorities for our customers in a world awash in digital threats, regulatory scrutiny, and estate complexity. Microsoft Security aspires to make the world a...

Cyber Security Analyst (IAM)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

This role protects oracle fusion and another large application that contain confidential information This role plays a critical role in ensuring security within the organizations IAM process. This...

Senior Information Security Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Company Description It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today - ServiceNow...

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 days ago

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

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Smyrna, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

Senior Financial Investigator

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

Ideally, you will also have: Experience in law enforcement. Experience in analyzing, organizing, and presenting a large volume of data using common software programs....

Adult Protective Services Case Manager 2 (Investigator)-00025053

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable...

Criminal Investigator (Arson)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

of experience in law enforcement or related field and Georgia P.O.S.T. certification....

Demographic Data for Atlanta, GA

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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 Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA
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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