Field Investigator Jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

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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FSA Federal

Senior Civil Investigator at USAO - Health Care & Government Fraud Unit

  • FSA Federal
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • FSA Federal
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Civil Investigator....

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Loss Prevention Detective

  • TJX
  • Elizabeth, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (18 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

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

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Compliance/Fraud Specialist

  • Serco
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0775979 Job Title: Compliance/Fraud Specialist Company: Serco Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours:...

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Senior Civil Investigator at USAO - Health Care & Government Fra

  • FSA
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

enforcement and homeland security....

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Private Investigator

  • Capital Investigating
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Providing Covert Surveillance, Claims Investigations, Net-Sweep Investigations, Remote Controlled Surveillance, and more, we’re able to save our clients time and money on insurance fraud cases....

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Background Investigators (Part-Time)

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Prior certified law enforcement officer or civilian associated with a law enforcement agency....

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ShopRite - Store Detective (SRHC NJ) Salary Range $19.00 - $20.00/hr

  • ShopRite
  • Flemington, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Participate in special investigations when assigned....

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Entry Level Background Investigator- Northeast Region

  • CACI International Inc.
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Entry Level Background Investigator- Northeast Region Job Category: Service Contract Act Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular...

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Surveillance Investigator

  • Frasco Inc.
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ (22 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 45+ 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?...

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Assistant Vice President, Cyber Security Analyst - Third-party Incident Monitoring and Response Iselin, NJ, USA

  • CLS-Group
  • Woodbridge, NJ (9 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (9 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Assistant Vice President, Cyber Security Analyst - Third-party Incident Monitoring and Response

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Surveillance Investigator

  • Allied Universal
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 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 (...

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Loss Prevention-Asset Protection Investigator

  • Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
  • Morris Plains, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (24 miles from New Brunswick, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

This position reports directly to the Risk Asset Protection Manager Responsibilities Conducts surveillance of the store as well as utilizing CCTV system to identify, observe and deter individuals from...

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Demographic Data for New Brunswick, NJ

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in New Brunswick, NJ 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 New Brunswick, NJ
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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