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DigiStream Investigations, Inc.
Private Investigator (Entry Level)
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What they do
A Surveillance Officer or Investigator uses surveillance tools and techniques to investigate a case for a private client. May follow an individual or watch a home or office site and use cameras, binoculars or GPS technology for surveillance
$50,400 / year median in New Jersey
-1% projected decline
Job Description
DigiStream Investigations, a fast-growing, national private investigation firm, is seeking a talented addition to our investigative team in Monroe Township, NJ. This isn't a desk job - being a Surveillance Investigator means you'll have a career with excitement, travel, autonomy, and purpose. This role is meant for an individual with an adventurous and curious spirit, and the drive to provide our clients with the evidence they need to defend their cases. What you'll get: A foot in the door to the investigations fields Experience conducting covert investigations A job you'll love going to - no one day is the same Opportunities for growth within the company via our Surveillance Investigator Promotion Track Unlike most PI companies, DigiStream provides full benefits, a company vehicle, and paid travel Professional, hands-on training program developed over the course of 20 years Team-building events and comradery with fellow team members The skills you learn here can lead to jobs in law enforcement, security, the legal field, corporate investigations, investigative journalism, etc. What a day in the life of an investigator looks like: Monitoring, following, and videotaping subjects as they conduct their day-to-day activities Vehicle and foot pursuit of subjects while maintaining cover Activity varies from filming someone at a grocery store or restaurant to filming them at a sporting event or a casino Crafting pre-surveillance strategies based on the setup location and case details Detailed report writing on the activities observed/captured and submission of video evidence Regular communication with team leader on setup positions, activity and tactics View our