Field Investigator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Supervisory Criminal Investigator (ASAC)

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Or, if you are age 37 through 56 you must be eligible to retire at age 57 with 20 years of covered law enforcement service....

Older Adult Protective Services Nurse Investigator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Description Company name: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging Title of position: NURSE INVESTIGATOR/CONSULTANT - OLDER ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES (OAPS) Position type: Full Time Pay range:...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective - FT

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Additional responsibilities of the Detective include: + Providing loss prevention support and awareness through policies, procedures, and personal involvement + Providing surveillance and assisting...

Surveillance Investigator

  • York, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 2 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 (...

Senior Financial Investigator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Ideally, you will also have: Experience in law enforcement. Experience in analyzing, organizing, and presenting a large volume of data using common software programs....

Retail Crime Investigator

  • Sunbury, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunbury, PA
  • 5 days ago

Conduct undercover surveillances. Act as a liaison between Weis Markets and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Refers cases to law enforcement for prosecution....

Investigative Analyst - PGCB

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 5 days ago

enforcement; or Five years of technical or professional experience in a law enforcement agency; or An equivalent combination of experience and training....

Loss Prevention Fraud Analyst-Career Path

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 6 days ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Allentown, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 7 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Conducting surveillance including covert, stationary, and mobile Conducting surveillance throughout their home state and surrounding states....

Investigator 1 PGCB (Southeastern Regional Office)

  • Conshohocken, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA
  • 7 days ago

Yes No 08 Do you have at least four years of law enforcement, financial investigative, or administrative experience in background investigations, organized crime investigations, white collar crime investigations...

Security Operations Analyst

  • Dresher, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Dresher, PA
  • 9 days ago

At Ascensus, technology is more than just a solution. It powers the business that helps millions of people save for what mattersretirement, education, and healthcare. Our technology experts tackle...

Asset Protection Investigator

  • Luzerne, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Luzerne, PA
  • 10 days ago

Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do-for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities. Our legacy of innovating and our culture of...

Surveillance Investigator

  • Uniontown, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Uniontown, PA
  • 12 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?...

Special Investigator 2

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 13 days ago

If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 How much graduate coursework have you completed in law enforcement, law enforcement administration, criminology, police...

Information Security Analyst

  • Audubon, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Audubon, PA
  • 18 days ago

Information Security Analyst Title: Information Security Analyst Location : Northeastern United States (Onsite) Employment Type: Full Time/perm Compensation Pay Range:$85000-$90000/yrs Description...

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Salary for Field Investigator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
15.8%
Master's Degree
15.7%
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 Pennsylvania
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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