Entry-Level Investigator

Ethos Risk Services • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Ethos Risk Services is hiring a full-time Entry-Level Field Investigator to investigate insurance claims and detect fraud through research and covert surveillance. The position requires no prior experience and includes a fully paid investigator training program led by industry experts. Initial training is delivered in a virtual classroom before transitioning to on-the-job training. The company also pays licensing fees and provides guidance through the investigator licensing process.

Investigators conduct preliminary research, perform covert surveillance from their vehicles, capture video evidence, and prepare detailed, court-ready reports. They finalize case files by submitting reports and uploading footage using a personal laptop. They work with a field supervisor for regular guidance and mentorship.

Assignments are generally intended to be within a reasonable drive of the investigator’s residence, though occasional longer-distance travel and overnight stays may be required; these stays are covered by the company. The role involves independent work, often alone in a vehicle and in varying weather conditions. Cases commonly begin at 6:00 a.m., and workdays can last 3–12 hours depending on activity. Weekend and holiday work is common. The company provides necessary surveillance equipment, which the employee may keep after one year of employment, and offers performance-based pay increases and mileage reimbursement.

Requirements

• Hold an active driver's license that is not suspended or revoked.
• Have a reliable, well-maintained personal vehicle; tinted windows are preferred.
• Provide proof of auto insurance coverage.
• Have a reliable laptop, cell phone, and internet service for communication and administrative tasks.
• Demonstrate strong computer and internet proficiency.
• Have excellent verbal, written, and general communication skills.
• Be able to accommodate occasional longer-distance travel and overnight stays.
• Be prepared for independent work, long hours alone in a vehicle, varying weather conditions, and weekend or holiday work.

Nice To Haves

• A 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.
• Work with a field supervisor and receive regular guidance and mentorship.
• Remain alert and ready to use videography equipment to document subjects, without external distractions.

Benefits

• Fully paid investigator training program and ongoing development and support.
• Investigator licensing fees paid by the company, with licensing-team guidance.
• Surveillance equipment provided; employees may keep it after one year of employment.
• Performance-milestone pay increases during training and the first year of employment.
• Mileage reimbursement program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Company-covered overnight stays when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed