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Information Discovery Services

Background Investigator - DPS Law Enforcement - Dallas, TX

Pay: $20–$22/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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

$46,786 / year median in Texas

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Background Investigator

DPS Law Enforcement
Dallas, TX Information Discovery Services
3.9 Dallas, TX Job Details Contract $20
$22 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Report writing Private Investigator License Document review Phone etiquette Editing Full Job Description The Background Investigator will conduct public trust pre-employment background investigations for various Law Enforcement Agencies, focusing on providing a quality case report on time to the IDS customer.

IDS is looking for Independent Contractor Investigators with at least one year of investigative experience. This may be either as an intermittent employee or as an independent contractor. The Independent Contractor must have a current and valid TX Private Investigator's License. Independent Contractor Background Investigators (1099) will be compensated on a completed item basis, not an hourly rate. The Intermittent Employee (w2) may apply for a TX Private Investigator's License under IDS. The workload will vary, and work will be paid hourly.

Responsibilities of Background Investigators Include:

Review case papers Conduct comprehensive interviews with the subject and sources to establish the subject's reputation, character, and qualifications. Write clear, concise reports. Provide any required edits or additional information within 48 hours of request Monitor pending cases to ensure compliance with due dates

Competencies of Background Investigators Include:

One year of prior investigative experience Ability to manage caseload and meet customer-required deadlines Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Exceptional telephone and in-person etiquette The workload will vary based on the customer's needs and may require travel within and outside the home area.

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

$20.00

$22.

00 per hour

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$20.00

$22.

00 per hour

Experience:

Investigations:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Private Investigator License (Required)

Location:

Dallas, TX 75287 (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75287