Surveillance Investigator

Recruitment began on August 24, 2026

and the job listing Expires on September 24, 2026

Surveillance Investigator

Des Moines, IA – and surrounding area

Part-Time, Billable Hours, Non-exempt

• Hourly Rate: $22 – $26 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

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 You Tube channel to learn more about what a day-in-the-life of a surveillance investigator at Frasco looks like:
Frasco, Inc | You Tube Channel

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.

Start your career with a leader in the investigations industry that is financially stable, is experiencing growth, and whose history spans over 60 years!

• 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

• 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

• 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

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

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