Private Investigator

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Bay Area, CA, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1613 DigiStream Investigations A fast‑growing, national private investigation firm seeks a talented addition to our investigation team in the Greater Bay Area, CA Region. This isn’t your average desk job - being a Private Investigator means you’ll have a career with excitement, travel, autonomy, and purpose. Work Schedule, Pay and Benefits Full‑time, 40‑55 hours per week average; 10‑11 hours per day average depending on travel distance to the case and back to your home (commute time in the company vehicle is "on the clock"). Starting hourly pay rate: $21 per hour (entry‑level), frequent overtime. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match. What you’ll get A foot in the door to the investigations/security/law enforcement fields. Experience conducting covert investigations. A job you’ll love coming to – no day is the same. Opportunities for growth via our Investigator Promotion Track. Full benefits, a company vehicle and paid travel. Professional, hands‑on training program developed over 25 years. Quarterly team‑building events and camaraderie with fellow team members. Career Pathways FBI / Law Enforcement Law / Paralegal / Legal Assistant Security / Corporate Investigations Day in the Life Monitoring, following, and videotaping subjects in daily activities. Vehicle and foot pursuit while maintaining cover. Filming subjects at locations such as grocery stores or sports games. Crafting pre‑surveillance strategies based on site and case details. Detailed report writing on observed activities and video evidence submission. Regular communication with team leader on settings, activity, and tactics. Qualifications and Requirements High school diploma or GED. Must be 21 years or older. Willingness to travel and stay overnight on remote assignments as needed. Availability to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays. Ability to start work as early as 5:00 am daily, with occasional evening work. Ability to pass DMV and background checks. Confident driving skills. No PI license required. All full‑time staff earn $50,000‑$65,000+ due to paid commute time. Late‑model company‑provided surveillance vehicle (Toyota Highlander, Honda Odyssey). Equipment: video camera, laptop, tripod, fuel & maintenance card. Starting pay: $21.00 per hour. Pay for commute: time and a half to drive home; paid travel to and from assignments. Application Conditions Only apply if you have availability to work any of the 7 days of the week and can work a 5‑day per week schedule with an average of 10 hours per day, including weekends and holidays. You will be paid to commute to and from cases. #J-18808-Ljbffr Digistream-Investigations,-Inc.