Field Investigator: Surveillance & Fraud Detection

Ethos Risk Services; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to perform surveillance and gather evidence for potentially fraudulent insurance claims. Responsibilities include covert field surveillance, video capture, and drafting detailed reports for clients.

The role requires experience with surveillance equipment, a valid driver's license, and a reliable vehicle. You will work with a field supervisor and operations teams to ensure timely, accurate case documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven covert surveillance experience and ability to capture high-quality video.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
• Reliable personal vehicle, preferably with tinted windows.
• Experience with professional surveillance equipment and video documentation.
• Active Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Case Preparation: Review preliminary reports and case information before surveillance.
• Field Surveillance: Conduct covert surveillance from vehicle and capture high-quality footage.
• Report Writing: Draft thorough, court-ready investigative reports.
• Documentation: Finalize case file and upload video footage daily.
• Communication: Coordinate with field supervisor and operations teams.

Skills

Covert surveillance

Video footage

Report writing

Field investigations

Evidence gathering

Communications

Education

Private Investigator License

Tools

Handheld camcorder

Covert camera device

Gimbals

Tripods

Laptop

Cell phone

Job description

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to perform surveillance and gather evidence for potentially fraudulent insurance claims. Responsibilities include covert field surveillance, video capture, and drafting detailed reports for clients.

The role requires experience with surveillance equipment, a valid driver's license, and a reliable vehicle. You will work with a field supervisor and operations teams to ensure timely, accurate case documentation.