Entry-Level Investigator

Ethos Risk Services•Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Ethos Risk Services is hiring a full-time Entry-Level Field Investigator to conduct insurance claims investigations, surveillance, and fraud detection. No prior experience is necessary. The role includes a fully paid investigator training program, beginning with virtual classroom training and continuing with on-the-job training, plus ongoing development and mentorship. The company pays investigator licensing fees and provides necessary surveillance equipment; after one year of employment, the equipment is yours to keep. The position involves preparing cases through social media and database research, conducting covert vehicle-based surveillance, capturing video evidence, and writing detailed, court-ready reports. Investigators finalize case files and upload reports and video footage using a personal laptop. Assignments are intended to be within a reasonable drive of the investigator’s residence, but occasional longer travel and overnight stays may be required and are covered by the company. The role offers performance-based pay increases during training and the first year, mileage reimbursement, and medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus a 401(k). Most surveillance cases begin at 6:00 a.m. End times vary with activity, and a typical workday can last 3–12 hours. Weekends and holidays are common workdays. This independent role often involves spending long hours alone in a vehicle in any weather, staying alert without external distractions, and being ready to use videography equipment. A background check will be conducted in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.

Requirements

Active driver's license that is not suspended or revoked.
Reliable, well-maintained personal vehicle; tinted windows are preferred.
Proof of auto insurance coverage.
Reliable laptop, cell phone, and internet service for communication and administrative tasks.
Strong computer and internet proficiency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel occasionally farther from home and stay overnight as assignments require.
Ability to work variable 3–12-hour days, commonly including weekends and holidays, and spend long hours alone in a vehicle in varying weather conditions.
Ability to remain alert without external distractions while conducting surveillance.
Background check, conducted in accordance with local state law and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Personal vehicle with tinted windows.

Responsibilities

Conduct preliminary investigations using social media and database research.
Perform covert vehicle-based surveillance and capture high-quality video evidence of surveillance targets.
Draft detailed, court-ready investigative reports summarizing activity and key findings.
Finalize case files by submitting reports and uploading video footage using a personal laptop.
Communicate and work with a field supervisor, receiving regular guidance and mentorship.
Remain alert during surveillance and use videography equipment to document subjects.

Benefits

Fully paid investigator training program with ongoing development and support.
Company-paid investigator licensing fees and guidance through the licensing process.
Surveillance equipment provided; becomes the employee’s to keep after one year of employment.
Pay increases tied to performance milestones during training and the first year.
Mileage reimbursement program.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k).
Company-covered overnight stays when required for travel.