SURVEILLANCE INVESTIGATOR

Frasco Inc • Council Bluffs, IA

3d • $20 - $26

About The Position

Frasco is hiring a part-time Surveillance Investigator in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This active, field-based role involves using observation, technology, and investigative skills to document activities and gather information. Investigators may work independently for extended periods while driving or observing subjects, and must remain focused, discreet, and attentive to detail. The position includes fully paid, hands-on training in surveillance, fraud investigation, and field operations; no prior experience is required.

The role requires flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may involve adapting to changing assignments, traveling to assignments daily, and attending or testifying at hearings when required. Pay is $20–$26 per hour, based on experience and performance. Frasco also offers weekly paychecks, eligible travel-time compensation after a standard commute deduction, mileage reimbursement, paid administrative time including report writing, and paid training.

Requirements

• 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-motivation and 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.
• Minimum personal auto insurance coverage of $100,000 per person bodily injury, $300,000 per accident bodily injury, and $50,000 property damage.
• Reliable personal vehicle; tinted windows are preferred.
• Required surveillance equipment: HD camcorder, covert camera, smartphone, computer or laptop, and reliable internet connectivity.
• Windows 11 or greater required; 8+ GB of RAM preferred. For iMac, Mac OSX 13 or greater is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or associate's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
• Military background.
• Previous insurance or investigations experience.
• Tinted windows on a reliable personal vehicle.
• 8+ GB of RAM.

Responsibilities

• Review assignments, identify case objectives, and develop or follow action plans.
• Conduct surveillance and activity checks in 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 applicable ethical and legal guidelines.
• Adapt to changing assignments and flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Attend and testify at hearings when required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $20–$26 per hour, based on experience and performance.
• Weekly paychecks.
• 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 the employee's regular hourly rate.

What This Job Offers

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