Surveillance Investigator

Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Type: Part-Time | Non-Exempt | Billable Hours

Turn Your Curiosity Into a Career!

No Experience? No Problem. We provide fully paid, hands-on training to help you learn the fundamentals of surveillance, fraud investigation, and field operations. If you're transitioning from the military, law enforcement, security, another industry, or a recent grad, this could be your opportunity to build a career in a growing field.

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Competitive Pay & Weekly Pay

• $20-$26 per hour, based on experience and performance
• 100% compensation for eligible travel time after standard commute deduction
• $0.55 per mile reimbursement for portal-to-portal and mobile surveillance mileage
• Paid administrative time, including report writing
• Fully paid training at your regular hourly rate

As a Surveillance Investigator, you'll use observation, technology, and investigative skills to document activities and gather information.

• Review assignments, identify case objectives, and develop or follow action plans.
• Conduct surveillance and activity checks in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Operate surveillance equipment and technology to capture video footage and document relevant activity.
• Prepare detailed reports with accurate timestamps and supporting evidence for legal use.
• Drive safely and effectively in varying weather and traffic conditions.
• Move quickly and discreetly while observing subjects.
• Work independently while maintaining communication, confidentiality, and professional standards.
• Follow all applicable ethical and legal guidelines.
• Adapt to changing assignments and flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Attend and testify at hearings when required.

We're looking for dependable, motivated individuals who are observant, resourceful, and comfortable working independently. This is an active, field-based position. Candidates should be comfortable with extended periods of independent time (driving/observing) while maintaining focus and attention to detail.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work independently and meet established deadlines.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with accountability for results and performance.
• Flexible availability, including weekends.
• Ability to travel to and from assignments daily.

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• $100,000 per person bodily injury
• $300,000 per accident bodily injury
• $50,000 property damage
• Reliable personal vehicle; tinted windows preferred.

• HD camcorder.
• Covert camera.
• Smartphone.
• Computer or laptop.
• Reliable internet connectivity.

• Windows 11 or greater required, with 8+ GB of RAM preferred.
• Mac OSX 13 or greater required for iMac.

• High school diploma or associate's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
• Military background.
• Previous insurance or investigations experience.

For more than 60 years, Frasco has been a family-owned, full-service investigations company serving clients nationwide. With hundreds of investigators and regional offices across the country, we continue to grow while staying true to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence. We believe in creating a supportive, collaborative workplace where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and given the tools and training to succeed.

All replies are confidential.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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