Field Investigator Jobs in New Jersey

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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Director/Chief Investigator

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Innovate to solve the world's most important challenges This position is intended to convey to the new, independent company, to be named Solstice Advanced Materials when the separation occurs....

ShopRite (Ravitz Family Markets) Hiring Store Detectives

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago

environment, and ensure the safety of all Company assets; to protect Company assets within assigned stores through detection of Customer, Vendor, and Associate theft through direct observations and CCTV surveillance...

Information Security Analyst

  • Edison, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Our client has a long term hybrid position to provide operational Information Security support in an enterprise environment. *** Must be local, W2 only This candidate will have 3 to 8 year of...

Senior Information Security Analyst - Insider Risk Team Lead

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

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

Information Security Operations Analyst

  • Somerset, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ
  • 3 days ago

training and awareness program and conducting end-user training for local site Support internal and external audits Assist Information Global Information Security Office and IT Head in Annual IT Risk...

Surveillance Investigator- Full Time

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

(fixed/mobile) Strong attention to detail with commitment to accuracy and quality Self-starter who holds themselves accountable for results and performance Military or Law Enforcement background Experience...

Fraud Analyst

  • Bogota, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Jeeves is a groundbreaking financial operating system built for global businesses that provides corporate cards, cross-border payments, and spend management software within one unified platform....

Retail Loss Prevention Detective - PT

  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 6 days ago

You will be responsible for guarding, patrolling, and monitoring premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules....

Information Security Analyst III (Remote - NC, AZ, NJ, VA)

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Overview This is a remote role that may be hired only in NC, AZ, NJ, VA. **Remote with ability to travel to Raleigh, North Carolina, Phoenix, Arizona or Morristown, New Jersey, on an as needed...

Remote Work

Senior Information Security Analyst (Remote - NC, VA, NJ, AZ)

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Overview This is a remote role that may be hired only in NC, AZ, NJ, VA. **Remote with ability to travel to Raleigh, North Carolina, Phoenix, Arizona or Morristown, New Jersey, on an as needed...

Remote Work

Loss Prevention Investigator

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Conduct static and mobile surveillance. Proactively investigate habitual offenders who pose a risk to TJX employees....

Sr. Security Researcher, Offensive Security (Red Team)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Who We Are At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That's why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take...

Sr Fraud Investigator

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Fraud Investigator, Sr. Professional - Grade 9 Role Responsibilities Under moderate supervision by the Fraud Manager, utilize a common approach to solving business process problems related to...

Sr Information Security Analyst (US)

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 14 days ago

Work Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $74,000 - $127,000 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective - FT

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 14 days ago

You will be responsible for guarding, patrolling, and monitoring premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules....

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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