Senior Field Investigator: Covert Surveillance & Fraud

Ethos; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to perform both stationary and mobile surveillance, capture high-quality video, and prepare thorough reports for clients.

The role involves independent fieldwork, long hours in a vehicle, and coordination with the field supervisor. Candidates should have relevant surveillance experience and a valid PI license or be willing to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience in covert surveillance and producing video evidence.
• Proven ability to prep thorough, well-organized investigative reports.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Active Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surveillance assignments by reviewing case information.
• Conduct field surveillance from vehicle to capture video evidence.
• Draft court-ready investigative reports summarizing activity.
• Submit case reports and upload video footage via laptop.
• Coordinate with field supervisor and operations teams.

Skills

Covert surveillance

Video footage

Report writing

Attention to detail

Tools

Handheld camcorder

Gimbals

Tripods

Laptop

Smartphone

Job description

Ethos Risk Services is seeking an Experienced Field Investigator to perform both stationary and mobile surveillance, capture high-quality video, and prepare thorough reports for clients.

The role involves independent fieldwork, long hours in a vehicle, and coordination with the field supervisor. Candidates should have relevant surveillance experience and a valid PI license or be willing to obtain one.