Field Investigator Jobs in Farmingdale, NY

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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Internal Investigator 2 Criminal

  • Plainview, NY (4 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Plainview, NY (4 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

for four years of law enforcement experience Law enforcement investigative experience must include independent investigative experience interviewing and interrogating witnesses and suspects in criminal...

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Store Detective

  • Forest Hills, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forest Hills, NY (21 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Law Enforcement and the court system), and their Loss Prevention Manager. All candidates must have their own reliable transportation with Store Detective experience in a Retail environment....

Surveillance Investigator

  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 2 days ago

between states Current NY 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...

Title IX and Equity Investigator (MP-4)

  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S396P Job Title Title IX and Equity Investigator (MP-4) Application Deadline 08/31/2025 Department Affirmative Action FT - PT Full Time Part-time %...

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Grievance Investigator

  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 4 days ago

enforcement, personnel administration, police science, and security, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or A baccalaureate degree from an accredited...

Loss Prevention Detective

  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 6 days ago

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

Senior Supervisor Investigator

  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 8 days ago

enforcement, personnel administration, police science, and security, or in a major operational area of the agency in which the appointment is to be made; or A baccalaureate degree from an accredited...

Sr. DLP Security Operations Analyst_New Hyde Park, NY (100% Onsite)

  • New Hyde Park, NY (12 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (12 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Xoriant is an equal opportunity employer. No person shall be excluded from consideration for employment because of race, ethnicity, religion, caste, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 16 days ago

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

Senior Investigator, BRAM Program Senior Investigator, BRAM Program

  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (22 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 16 days ago

trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines....

Senior Loan Fraud Investigator

  • Bethpage, NY (2 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bethpage, NY (2 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Collaborate with law enforcement, legal counsel, and external financial institutions....

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY
  • 19 days ago

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

Healthcare Facilities Investigator, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (16 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 20 days ago

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Review and enter data in the Health Department's TB surveillance and case management system....

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Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)

  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

In addition, if you have or had service in a Federal Law Enforcement position covered by law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement, the SF-50 must...

Retail Store Detective

  • Woodhaven, NY (22 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodhaven, NY (22 miles from Farmingdale, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Conducts internal theft surveillance. Reviews theft activity reports and follows up as necessary. Conducts shoplifting surveillance....

Demographic Data for Farmingdale, NY

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Farmingdale, NY

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Farmingdale, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.8%
Master's Degree
15.8%
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 Farmingdale, NY
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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