Surveillance Investigator

Allied Universal•Akron, OH

13d•$20 - $22

About The Position

Allied Universal® Compliance and Investigation Services is hiring a Surveillance Investigator to conduct discreet mobile and stationary surveillance of claimants. The role confirms claimants’ current activities and capabilities to assist with insurance claim administration. Investigations may involve workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability coverage. The position pays $20–$22 per hour. A private investigator’s license is required before applying, as is a valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.

Requirements

Private investigator’s license required before applying.
Valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
After receiving an offer, successfully complete Allied Universal Investigations’ training and orientation course.
At least one year of verifiable work experience, preferably in investigations or another protective-service-related field.
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 across workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability coverage types.
Use surveillance techniques and equipment to covertly monitor subjects.
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 follow legal and ethical standards while conducting surveillance operations.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life insurance
AD&D insurance
Retirement plan
Disability insurance
Seven paid holidays annually
Sick days where required by law
Vacation time, initially accruing at 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law