Investigators search for information about legal, financial, and personal matters. Their duties can include interviewing people to gather information, searching online to gather clues, looking at court records, conducting surveillance, and collecting evidence. A minimum of a high school diploma is required, although a two-year degree or a four-year degree in a field related to criminal justice may be required. Employment will grow as quickly as for all other job types.
If you enjoy researching and resolving puzzling problems, an investigator job may be perfect for you. Glassdoor can help you find remote or local investigator jobs.
Maybe you're new to the field. In that case, Glassdoor's job search focus your search by filtering the available investigator positions according to experience, from entry-level to senior roles. Whether you're looking for part-time or full-time work, Glassdoor makes searching for an investigator job that suits you easy.
Once you've identified and applied to listings that interest you, it's time to get ready for the next step: Prepare for your interview with commonly asked investigator interview questions and answers.
Besides knowing what you might be asked during an interview, salary expectations are also key. Because many different types of organizations, from law enforcement to insurance companies, hire investigators, it's especially important to find out what you should expect to be paid for the type of investigative role you want. Put yourself in the best position to negotiate by researching these factors affecting salary:
When considering salary, don't forget to factor in the real costs of benefits and perks that the job offers. That and your base pay is your total salary. If you work for a larger organization, some benefits you might expect from an investigator position may include: