Field Investigator - Surveillance & Fraud Detection

Ethos Risk Services; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to conduct surveillance and gather evidence for fraud-detection projects. You will perform stationary and mobile surveillance, capture video and photo evidence, and prepare comprehensive, client-ready reports.

Responsibilities include case prep, field surveillance, report drafting, and daily submission of materials. An active PI license or willingness to obtain one, plus a valid driver's license and vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with covert surveillance and evidence collection.
• Active Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one.
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Case preparation by reviewing reports and case information.
• Field surveillance to capture high-quality video evidence.
• Draft court-ready investigative reports summarizing activity and findings.
• Submit case reports and video footage daily.
• Coordinate with field supervisor and operations teams for guidance.

Skills

Covert surveillance techniques

Video footage capture

Investigative report writing

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Private Investigator license

Tools

Camcorder

Gimbals

Tripods

Laptop

Cell phone

Job description

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to conduct surveillance and gather evidence for fraud-detection projects. You will perform stationary and mobile surveillance, capture video and photo evidence, and prepare comprehensive, client-ready reports.

Responsibilities include case prep, field surveillance, report drafting, and daily submission of materials. An active PI license or willingness to obtain one, plus a valid driver's license and vehicle are required.