Private Investigator

DigiStream Investigations, a fast-growing, national private investigation firm, is seeking a talented addition to our investigative team in the Inland Empire Region.This isn't a desk job - being a Surveillance Investigator means you'll have a career with excitement, travel, autonomy, and purpose. This role is meant for an individual with an adventurous and curious spirit, and the drive to provide our clients with the evidence they need to defend their cases.What you'll get:A foot in the door to the investigations fieldsExperience conducting covert investigationsA job you'll love going to - no one day is the sameOpportunities for growth within the company via our Surveillance Investigator Promotion TrackUnlike most PI companies, DigiStream provides full benefits, a company vehicle, and paid travelProfessional, hands-on training program developed over the course of 25 yearsTeam-building events and comradery with fellow team membersThe skills you learn here can lead to jobs in:FBI / Law EnforcementState Crime LabLaw / Paralegal / Legal AssistantSecurityCorporate InvestigationsInvestigative JournalismWhat a day in the life of an investigator looks like:Monitoring, following, and videotaping subjects as they conduct their day-to-day activitiesVehicle and foot pursuit of subjects while maintaining coverActivity varies from filming someone at a grocery store or restaurant to filming them at a sporting event or a casinoCrafting pre-surveillance strategies based on the setup location and case detailsDetailed report writing on the activities observed/captured and submission of video evidenceRegular communication with team leader on setup positions, activity and tacticsWhat you'll need to apply:High school diploma or GEDMust be 21 years or older50 hours per week on average (includes commute & drive time)Willingness to travel and stay overnight on remote assignmentsAvailability to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidaysAbility to start work as early as 5:00 am daily with occasional work into the eveningsMust currently live in the greater Inland Empire areaAbility to pass DMV check & background checkConfident driving skillsCompensation/benefits/promotions:Starting pay: $20.00 per hourEmployee Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with up to 4% company matchPerformance incentivesPaid travel to and from local and remote assignmentsCellphone reimbursementEquipment provided including video camera, laptop, tripod, fuel & maintenance cardCompany-provided vehicleWe hire at the entry level and promote from within based on performanceNote: Position does not require daily commute to an office or motor pool as your surveillance vehicle is entrusted to you and is kept at your residence on a daily basis. Travel to and from assignments will begin and end at your residence.