About This Role
Working as a Private Investigator, you will conduct insurance fraud defense investigations across the Sarasota/Bradenton and South Florida markets, as well as Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas/Fort Worth areas in Texas. This role requires a high level of professionalism, discreet surveillance execution, accurate documentation, and the ability to travel as needed. It is ideal for a seasoned investigator who can operate independently, manage time effectively, and produce court-ready, detail-rich investigative reports.
Responsibilities
- Conduct surveillance operations in support of insurance fraud defense matters
- Perform stakeouts, visual monitoring, and incident observation with a high degree of discretion
- Capture and organize high-quality video and photographic evidence using provided/approved equipment
- Maintain clear, detailed logs reflecting activity, locations, times, durations, and observations
- Produce comprehensive written investigative reports suitable for legal review
- Coordinate efficiently with the case team regarding updates, timelines, and deliverables
- Ensure proper chain-of-custody practices and evidence handling standards (as applicable)
- Work weekends and accommodate case-driven schedules
- Maintain professional conduct and strict compliance with applicable state and federal laws
Requirements
- Active Private Investigator License (C License Mandatory)
- Proven experience performing insurance-related surveillance and/or fraud defense investigations
- Fluent in surveillance operations (advanced tracking, observation, and documentation)
- Ability to travel
- Dependable surveillance vehicle with tint
- Laptop for report writing and case documentation
- HD camera and ability to maintain reliable recording output
- Covert camera capability (within legal and policy requirements)
- Ability to write detailed, accurate reports with strong attention to timelines and facts
- Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Weekends required (including potential early mornings/evenings based on assignments)
- Prior experience working with insurance carriers, attorneys, SIU units, or defense counsel
- Familiarity with investigative reporting standards used in civil litigation
- Strong knowledge of documentation best practices for evidentiary reliability
- Willingness to travel: 75% (Required)
Benefits
- Compensation will be based on: licensure, experience level, demonstrated surveillance proficiency, report quality, and reliability
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