Job Description

The Investigator conducts various types of criminal, civil, and proprietary investigations, covert surveillance, and background checks. The position will record all findings, obtain written and/or recorded evidence, prepare thorough investigative reports, and as needed, testify at legal proceeding and/or hearings.

Essential Functions:

1. Represent Pinkerton's core values of integrity, vigilance, and excellence.
2. Independently develop and execute appropriate investigation strategy for assigned investigations.
3. Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing, conducting covert surveillance, and/or through the use of open-source and database information on suspects and witnesses.
4. Examine records/data, gather evidence, classify, and differentiate investigative elements.
5. Maintain proper evidence chain-of custody.
6. Assist in identifying trends and recommend corrective action to client.
7. Conduct security risk assessments, workplace violence activities, and crisis interventions.
8. Complete investigative reports in a thorough and professional manner.
9. Establish partnerships and collaborate with other departments.
10. Testify at hearings and legal proceedings, as needed.
11. Serve as the liaison between the client and Pinkerton to ensure all inquiries/concerns are addressed in a confidential and appropriate manner
12. All other duties, as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a security-related field with two to four years of experience as an Investigator in either the private or public sector. Pinkerton is an inclusive employer who seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of Analyst Notebook or other link analysis tool.
• Experience with leak investigations.
• Identify process gaps and security vulnerabilities and develop plans/SOPs to mitigate issues.
• Working knowledge of criminal law and criminal justice rules of evidence, pertaining to theft/fraud and misappropriation issues.
• Hands-on knowledge of current federal/state laws governing investigations, evidence collection and handling, civil and criminal proceedings.
• Effective independent judgment/decision-making and problem resolution skills.
• Able to prepare accurate, clear and concise reports.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Able to interact effectively at all levels, including management and across diverse backgrounds.
• Able to prioritize and complete multiple assignments simultaneously while preserving the integrity of the investigation process.
• Serve as an effective team member.
• Computer skills; Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions:

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions;

• Exposure to sensitive and confidential information.
• Regular computer usage.
• Maintain composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Exposure to sensitive and confidential information.
• Occasional reaching and lifting of small objects and operating office equipment.
• Ability to adjust focus between close and distance vision.
• Travel, as required.

Salary & Benefits Information:
Rate of pay:$95000 - $105000 / year.
Benefit options include employer-paid life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D, medical, (HSA) Health Savings Account, (FSA) Flexible Savings Account, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(K), paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holidays) and several employee assistance-related programs. This information provides a brief benefit overview. Upon the acceptance of an employment offer, the new employee will receive comprehensive plan details based on specific eligibility rules.

Pinkerton is an equal opportunity employer to all applicants and positions without regard to race/ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital/prenatal status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, religion, creed, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected status by local, state, federal or country-specific law.

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