Special Investigations Unit (SIU) - Field Investigator

Ethos Risk Services; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Ethos Risk Services is seeking a part-time Insurance SIU / Claims Field Investigator in Seattle, WA. The role involves conducting interviews, scene investigations, and recognizing compensability issues while maintaining a flexible work schedule. Candidates must have previous SIU experience and strong analytical skills for thorough investigations.

Qualifications

• Previous SIU experience with an insurance carrier or investigative firm.
• Experience in property loss investigations.
• Must own a vehicle and required equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct recorded statements and accident scene investigations.
• Identify compensability issues and follow leads in investigations.
• Perform witness canvassing and online research.

Skills

strong computer skills

analytical skills

problem-solving skills

verbal communication

written communication

listening skills

attention to detail

organization

Tools

window-based laptop

cell phone

Camera

Job description

Ethos is looking to hire a part time, experienced Insurance SIU / Claims Field Investigator in the Seattle, WA area.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

We are looking for qualified candidates to join our growing team of professionals. We are Looking for P / T employees who have the ability to work remotely, independently, and who enjoy a good challenge.

Applicants must have an extremely flexible work schedule. This is an industry wide requirement as cases often require odd hours, to include early mornings, weekdays, weekends, and evening hours.

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU / Claims) Field Investigator conducts recorded statements / interviews, accident scene investigations, online research, and witness canvassing. They r ecognize compensability issues, misrepresentation, and understanding insurance coverage as it pertains to claims decisions. They identify red flags and follow where the investigation leads them, doing their due diligence to conduct a thorough investigation.

EXPERIENCE :

• Previous SIU experience with an insurance carrier or investigative firm.
• Former military or law enforcement.
• Two years' experience in property loss investigations (or adjusting) to include theft, fire, water, wind and vandalism losses.

LICENCES / CERTIFICATIONS / INSURANCE

• Valid state-issued driver's license.

SKILLS :

A SIU / Claims investigator must possess strong computer and internet skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills. They should have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, listening skills and high attention to details. They should also be persistent and organized.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT :

The ideal candidate must own a well-maintained vehicle, a window-based laptop, cell phone, and have a good internet connection. In addition, they should own a Camera, or comparable equipment to obtain photographs and a Recording device to obtain statements.

Company info :

Ethos Risk Services is an expert in the field of risk mitigation. We help our clients fight back against fraud through the use of our full suite of services. We provide the highest level of security, real-time field updates, and shortened turn-around times. We are a nationwide risk mitigation company seeking private investigators to conduct surveillance for clients who suspect fraudulent insurance claims.

• Pay is commensurate with experience.

Ethos Risk Services is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of religious creed, sex, national origin, race, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, color or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

A background check will be conducted, in accordance to the local state law and regulations.