Field Investigator Jobs in Louisiana

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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Cyber Security Analyst Tier III

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 2 days ago

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Confidential Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber Security Job...

Senior Information Security Analyst - Insider Risk Team Lead

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

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

Contract Background Investigator - Alexandria, LA

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 3 days ago

English (United States) Contract Background Investigator - Alexandria, LA Req #51 Alexandria, LA, USA Job Description Posted Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM Summary The 1099-Contract...

Specialist Investigator - ARU (5256250)

  • Central, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Central, LA
  • 3 days ago

Specialist Investigator - Asset Recovery Unit! Based at Palmerston North Police Station, Palmerston North Band H Police Employee - Authorised Officer Permanent - Full Time NAV JR 5256234 E t ki te...

Fraud Analyst I

  • Ruston, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Ruston, LA
  • 11 days ago

Retrieves and reviews surveillance footage regarding fraud related matters. Assigns an exempt status in fraud monitoring software for new Positive Pay customers....

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 12 days ago

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

Surveillance Investigator- Full Time

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 18 days ago

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Surveillance Investigator - Part-Time

  • Moss Bluff, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Moss Bluff, LA
  • 19 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 (...

Surveillance Investigator - Part-Time

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 20 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 (...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Slidell, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 60+ 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 (...

Surveillance Investigator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ 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 (...

Investigator, Prea

  • Ville Platte, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ville Platte, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits Information Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance...

Part Time Private Investigator - Special Investigations Unit (SIU)

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Part Time Private Investigator - Special Investigations Unit (SIU) 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Shreveport, LA 71108 Hybrid work Qualified candidates are interested in utilizing their investigative...

Surveillance Investigator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ 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?...

Criminal Investigator III (Inspector General) (Class Code 0709)

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Work includes interviewing subjects and witnesses of investigations, conducting field investigations and overt/covert surveillance and the reporting of investigatory findings....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.9%
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 Louisiana
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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