Field Investigator Jobs in Melville, 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 1 OPWDD

  • State of New York
  • Commack, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Commack, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

law enforcement investigative experience; or a Bachelor's degree for four years of field investigative or law enforcement investigative experience....

In Person

Investigator (Discipline) II

  • New York City, NY
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement Excellent communication skills, strong analytical and writing skills, and the ability to be objective and thorough in conducting investigations of law enforcement personnel Unwavering dedication...

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Defensive Counterintelligence Analyst (Intelligence Analyst 4) - 28618 Mount Vernon, NY, USA

  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Mount Vernon, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Graduate of an advanced CI course, including Operations, Surveillance, Collection, Investigations, etc #LI-DK1 Physical Requirements Requires working in an office....

Hybrid

Surveillance Investigator

  • Allied Universal
  • Melville, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 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 (...

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Lead Investigator: Complex Investigations, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

  • New York City, NY
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Duties will include but not be limited to: Review and analyze data in the Health Department's TB surveillance and case management system....

Remote

Information Security Analyst Intel and Email

  • Vaco LLC
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Information Security Analyst Contract-to-hire $45-52/hour Seeking a security-focused IT professional to support endpoint security, device management, and enterprise access controls within a modern...

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9943L Cyber Security Analyst -PAM

  • PSEG
  • Bethpage, NY (5 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bethpage, NY (5 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition : 82285 PSEG Company : PSEG Long Island Salary Range : $ 93,600 - $ 148,200 Work Location Category : Hybrid Flexible We're one of the country's largest energy companies, with a vision...

Remote

Surveillance Investigator

  • Frasco Inc.
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 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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Supervising Investigator

  • New York City, NY
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (18 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Typical responsibilities of this position include: Supervising a team of investigators engaged in the performance of confidential, highly complex, and/or special investigations involving surveillance...

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Child Protective Investigator - 60052938

  • State of Florida
  • Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies....

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DHS Credentialed Background Investigator

  • CACI
  • West Islip, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Islip, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

TDY opportunity at locations across the U.S. for 2 or more weeks in duration Opportunities to work on multiple field investigation contracts Youll Bring These Qualifications Customer credential or the...

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Medical Forensic Investigator

  • Suffolk County Government
  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

observe, record and analyze facts and to prepare thorough, accurate reports based on those facts Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, hospital personnel, law...

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Loss Prevention-Asset Protection Investigator

  • Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
  • Melville, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 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...

In Person

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Melville, NY

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Highest Education Level

Field Investigators in Melville, NY 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 Melville, 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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