Surveillance Investigator

Allied Universal • Town of Poughkeepsie, NY

8d • $21 - $24

About The Position

Allied Universal® is hiring a Surveillance Investigator to perform discreet mobile and stationary surveillance of claimants, confirming their current activities and capabilities to assist with insurance claim administration. The position involves investigating claims across a range of coverage types and documenting observations while maintaining confidentiality and complying with legal and ethical standards. Pay is $21–$24 per hour, with auto and travel allowances.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully complete Allied Universal Investigations’ training/orientation course after receiving an offer.
• At least one year of verifiable work experience, preferably in investigations or another protective service-related field.
• Valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.
• Flexibility to work varied and irregular hours and days, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to type reports in Microsoft Word with minimal grammatical and punctuation errors.
• Proficiency using laptop computers, video cameras, and cell phones.
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage stressful situations with composure and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher, preferably in Criminal Justice.
• Security or loss prevention experience.
• Military experience.
• Law enforcement experience.
• Prior insurance investigations experience.
• Prior educational or professional incident reporting and/or investigations experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent investigations of insurance claims, including workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability claims.
• Use surveillance techniques and equipment to monitor subjects covertly.
• Document and report observations, activities, and relevant information clearly and concisely.
• Collaborate with other investigators and law enforcement agencies as needed to gather information and coordinate efforts.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards when conducting surveillance operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven paid holidays annually.
• Sick days where required by law.
• Vacation time accruing initially at 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Auto and travel allowances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED