Private Investigator

DigiStream Investigations, a fast-growing, national private investigation firm, seeks a talented addition to our team in the greater Chicago region. Apply today to launch your career with an industry leader in fraud investigations!

This isn’t your average desk job - being a Surveillance Investigator means you’ll have a career with excitement, travel, autonomy, and purpose while helping our clients obtain the evidence they need to defend their cases.

What you’ll get:

• Late model company-provided surveillance vehicle (Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey) and gas card
• Equipment provided including video camera, laptop, tripod & maintenance card
• Experience conducting covert investigations
• A job you’ll love going to - no one day is the same
• Opportunities for growth within the company via our Surveillance Investigator Promotion Track
• Professional, hands-on training program developed over the course of 20 years
• The skills you learn here can lead to jobs in: FBI, Law Enforcement, US Border Patrol, Security, Corporate Investigations, or Investigative Journalism

What a day in the life of an investigator looks like:

• Monitoring, following, and videotaping subjects as they conduct their day-to-day activities
• Vehicle and foot pursuit of subjects while maintaining cover
• Activity varies from filming someone at a grocery store to filming them at a sports game
• Crafting pre-surveillance strategies based on the setup location and case details
• Detailed report writing on the activities observed/captured and submission of video evidence
• Regular communication with team leader on setup positions, activity and tactics
• Traveling out of town or state for 10-15 days per month

View our Recruitment Trailer: https://youtu.be/4F4eCJ0OQys

What you’ll need to apply:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 21 years or older
• 50 hours per week on average (includes commute & drive time)
• Willingness to travel 10-15 days every month in the following states: IL, IN, KY, MO, KS, IA
• Availability to work any day of the week, including every weekend and holidays
• Ability to start work as early as 5:00 am daily with occasional work into the evenings
• Must currently live in the greater Chicagoland area
• Ability to pass DMV check & background check
• Confident driving skills
• No PI license required - we cover the licensure cost and guide you through the process

Compensation/benefits:

• All full time staff currently is earning: $40,000 - $45,000 range due to paid commute time and overtime
• Entry-level starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Opportunity for a raise after 90 days based on performance
• Employee Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Get paid for your drive to and from work!
• Paid travel around the Midwest.

**Like working in foodservice, only apply if you have availability to work every weekend and holidays**

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE-

Agency License# 117001712

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000