Surveillance Investigator

Frasco Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Supplemental Health Benefits

401K with Company Match

Job summary

Frasco Inc. is seeking a Surveillance Investigator in Chicago, IL for a full-time, non-exempt role with paid training. You will learn fraud investigation and perform real-world surveillance, building case objectives and documenting evidence for legal use.

The position requires strong writing and communication, attention to detail, and a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong writing and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy and quality focus.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong critical thinking and accountability for results.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, and travel to assignments daily.

Responsibilities

• Review assignments to determine case objectives and action plans.
• Utilize surveillance equipment and technology.
• Perform surveillance and document video footage and information.
• Conduct indoor and outdoor surveillance with varying pace.
• Drive safely in diverse weather/traffic conditions.
• Move discreetly to observe subjects and maintain confidentiality.
• Prepare detailed reports with timestamps and supporting evidence.
• Adapt to changing circumstances and work nights, weekends, holidays.
• Attend and testify at hearings as required.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Self-starter

Flexibility

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

HD camcorder

Covert camera

Smartphone

Computer

Internet connectivity

Windows 11 or greater

Mac OSX 13 or greater

Job description

About this position

Description:

Job Title: Surveillance Investigator

Job Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: Full-Time, Billable Hours, Non-exempt

Eager to start your career in a growing industry? Get paid to learn the ropes of fraud investigation and real-world surveillance. Frasco offers fully paid investigator training to help you launch your career!

Check out our YouTube channel to learn more about what a day-in-the-life ofa surveillance investigator at Frasco looks like: Frasco, Inc | YouTube Channel

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $20 - $30 per hour (Weekly Pay) Commensurate with experience and performance
• Travel Time: Travel commute time is compensated at 100% of regular hourly rate, after standard commute deduction
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.55 per mile for all portal-to-portal and mobile surveillance mileage
• Paid Administrative Time: Paid at regular hourly rate (report writing, administrative time, etc.)
• Paid Training: Paid at regular hourly rate

Full-Time Benefits:

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match

About Us:

Frasco has been in business for 60 years as a family-owned full-service investigation company with hundreds of investigators and regional office nationwide. Our vibrant company culture, driven by core values of integrity, innovation, and excellence, fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where every individual is valued. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. Join us to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a positive, respectful workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Review assignments to determine case objectives and develop or follow action plans
• Utilize various surveillance equipment and technology
• Perform surveillance and activity checks, documenting video footage and relevant information
• Conduct surveillance indoors and outdoors, involving extended periods of walking, standing, or sitting
• Drive safely and effectively in varied weather and traffic conditions
• Move swiftly and discreetly to observe subjects
• Maintain high standards of communication and confidentiality, adhering to ethical and legal guidelines
• Prepare detailed reports with timestamps and supporting evidence for legal use
• Adapt to changing circumstances and work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Attend and testify at hearings as required

Requirements:

• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
• Ability to work independently and meet established deadlines
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Self-starter with accountability for results and performance
• Flexible schedule, including weekends
• Ability to travel to and from assignments daily

Qualifications and Equipment:

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Minimum Auto Insurance Coverage: $100,000 per person, $300,000 per accident bodily injury, and $50,000 property damage
• Reliable personal vehicle, tinted windows preferred
• HD camcorder, covert camera, smartphone, computer or laptop, and internet connectivity
• Windows 11 or greater required, with 8+gb of RAM preferred
• Mac OSX 13 or greater required for iMac

Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma or associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field
• Military background; insurance or investigations experience

Salary Information

$20 - $30Hourly Wage

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