Surveillance Investigator
Listed on 2026-06-15
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Security
Security Manager, Private Security, Site Security, Unarmed Security
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Professional Chicago, IL, US
30+ days ago Requisition
Salary Range: $23.00 To $26.00 Annually
Advantage Surveillance is the Nation’s only insurance defense investigation firm that invests in the operational capabilities necessary to produce consistent, high-quality results—ultimately helping our clients "See What’s True." Our company uses strategic planning and the right people and technology to give our clients greater clarity on a claimant's daily activities. By investing in areas others won't, we're able to save our clients time and money.
Job DescriptionAdvantage Surveillance is seeking a Surveillance Investigator in Chicago, IL Area. The qualified candidate will be responsible for conducting basic surveillance and investigative activities for our operations team. As a new investigator, we will provide you with a comprehensive training program, door to door travel pay, a vehicle allowance, fuel card, a top‑of‑the‑line camera kit, as well as our other generous benefit offerings listed below.
Responsibilities- Locating Subjects of assigned investigations.
- Conducting covert observations of the Subject (Both Stationary and Mobile Surveillance).
- Recording Subject activity on a video recording device.
- Preparing a written descriptive log of observations (Surveillance Report).
- Uploading Video Evidence and a Surveillance Report
- Private Investigator license required (PERC Card & 20 hour Private Investigator certificate)
- Creative Thinking, Self‑Motivated
- Reliable Vehicle
- Good Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Must meet state mandated requirements to obtain or maintain a Private Detective / Private Investigator license / registration in multiple states
- Ability to Pass a 10 Panel Drug Screening.
- Good Driving Record
- Weekend and Holiday Availability
- Prior related surveillance & workers’ compensation experience is helpful but not required
- Ability to travel up to 100% of the time Company Benefits
- Company provided camera kit and laptop
- Fuel Card
- Tax‑Free Monthly Vehicle Allowance
- Tax‑Free Daily Per Diem of $45 for overnight stays when traveling
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Company‑paid life insurance
- Generous PTO policy including 2 weeks during your first year
- Company‑paid parental leave
- Door to door travel pay
- Vision insurance
Advantage Surveillance is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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