Field Investigator: Surveillance & Fraud

Ethos; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to perform stationary and mobile surveillance, gather video and photographic evidence, and prepare detailed reports for clients.

Responsibilities include reviewing case information, conducting field surveillance from a vehicle, drafting court-ready reports, and maintaining case documentation. The role requires a reliable vehicle, a valid license, and a Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience with covert surveillance and producing high-quality video evidence.
• Ability to draft thorough, organized investigative reports.
• Must have valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Own reliable, well-maintained vehicle (preferably with tinted windows).
• Active Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one.
• Equipment: handheld camcorder, covert camera, stabilizers.
• Reliable laptop, cell phone, and internet for tasks.

Responsibilities

• Case Preparation: review case info and preliminary reports.
• Field Surveillance: conduct covert surveillance and capture video evidence.
• Report Writing: draft detailed, court-ready investigative reports.
• Documentation: finalize files and upload video footage.
• Communication: coordinate with field supervisor and operations teams.

Skills

Covert surveillance

Video evidence collection

Report writing

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Private Investigator license

Tools

Handheld camcorder

Gimbals/Tripods

Reliable laptop

Cell phone & internet

Job description

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to perform stationary and mobile surveillance, gather video and photographic evidence, and prepare detailed reports for clients.

Responsibilities include reviewing case information, conducting field surveillance from a vehicle, drafting court-ready reports, and maintaining case documentation. The role requires a reliable vehicle, a valid license, and a Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one.