Investigator
Investigators may work for local police departments, the Federal Government, or as a Private Investigator. They may possess physical security responsibilities, though they mainly are responsible for the investigation part of a fraud examination, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses and suspects. In addition to their fraud engagements, investigators typically have routine engagements unrelated to fraud.
Types of services performed
Investigate claims determining responsible parties
Perform background information checks
Analyze information collected during investigations
Assess damages
Prepare reports summarizing investigation findings
Detailed review of documents
Compile information from investigation, interviews, and evidence
Gathering evidence
Property inspection
Searching legal records
Useful skills, characteristics and subject areas of knowledge
Critical thinking
Written and oral communication
Court procedures
Government regulations
Active listening
Drawing conclusions
Flexibility
Information evaluation
Data analysis
Problem solving
Rules of evidence procedures
Interviewing techniques
Investigation techniques
Negotiation techniques
Education and Training
College degree
On-the-job experience is most beneficial
Certified Fraud Examiner credential