Surveillance Investigator

Allied Universal • Buffalo, NY

9d • $21 - $24

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’s purpose is to confirm current activities and capabilities to assist with the administration of insurance claims. Investigators work independently and use surveillance techniques and equipment to gather and document relevant information.

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; experience in investigations or a protective-services-related field is preferred.
• 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 in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage stressful situations with composure and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid driver’s license and at least one year of driving experience.

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.
• Use surveillance techniques and equipment to monitor subjects covertly.
• Document and report observations, activities, and other 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 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 accrual starting 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