Senior Field Investigator — Surveillance

Ethos Risk Services; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Risk Services seeks an Experienced Field Investigator to conduct surveillance and identify fraudulent insurance claims. You will perform stationary and mobile surveillance, obtain video and photographic evidence, and prepare detailed client reports.

Typical shifts start early (6:00 AM). You may travel within a 2-hour radius and longer days are possible. A private vehicle, PI license, and reliable equipment are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in covert surveillance and documenting evidence.
• Ability to produce detailed, court-ready investigative reports.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.
• Active Private Investigator license or willingness to obtain one.
• Reliable laptop, cell phone and internet access for field work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surveillance assignments by reviewing case information.
• Conduct field surveillance from a vehicle and capture video evidence.
• Draft thorough investigative reports summarizing findings.
• Finalize case files and upload video footage daily.
• Collaborate with field supervisor and operations teams for guidance.

Skills

Covert surveillance

Video documentation

Report writing

Driver's license

Private Investigator license

Vehicle operation

IT literacy

Tools

Camcorder

Covert camera device

Stabilization gear

Laptop

Cell phone

Internet access

Job description

Ethos Risk Services seeks an Experienced Field Investigator to conduct surveillance and identify fraudulent insurance claims. You will perform stationary and mobile surveillance, obtain video and photographic evidence, and prepare detailed client reports.

Typical shifts start early (6:00 AM). You may travel within a 2-hour radius and longer days are possible. A private vehicle, PI license, and reliable equipment are required.