Investigator Jobs in New Mexico

An Investigator in the security industry is primarily responsible for conducting thorough and comprehensive investigations into a variety of incidents ranging from breaches of security to criminal activities within an organization. Their daily duties may include gathering and analyzing data, conducting interviews, preparing and presenting investigative reports, and testifying in court if necessary. Investigators may also be required to develop and implement security measures to prevent future incidences.

Important skills for an Investigator in the security industry include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure. Certification in areas such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Investigator, a person may have roles such as a Security Officer, Police Officer, or a Private Detective.

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CPOA Investigator

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, criminal justice, or psychology; and Five (5) years experience in conducting law enforcement factual, civil or criminal...

Retail Loss Prevention Detective

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 days ago

understanding of law enforcement procedures and professionally participates in legal activities as needed (e.g., police calls, etc.)...

Investigator 2 (3386)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 12 days ago

Visit, photograph, document and recreate scenes of alleged incidents with or without the assigned attorney Investigators perform physical surveillance, which may be high tech or low tech....

SURVEILLANCE INVESTIGATOR - Las Cruces, NM (Part Time)

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 14 days ago

Advantage Investigations is seeking a Part Time Surveillance Investigator in the Las Cruces, NM area....

New College Graduates- Entry Level Background Investigator

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago

We are hiring Entry Level Background Investigators, and we offer a full training program to teach you what you need to know about becoming a credentialed Background Investigator....

Fraud Examiner

  • NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • NM
  • 30+ days ago

Assist investigators with interviews, Assist with basic investigative actions such as member outreach, retrieval of internal records such as Claims, Sales Book of Business records, or review of recorded...

Entry Level Background Investigator- Midwest Region

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

As an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004, CACI employs full-time and part-time investigators across all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S....

Experienced or Credentialed Background Investigator - Nationwide

  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Our staff has been an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004 and employs full-time and part-time investigators in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S....

Experienced or Credentialed Background Investigator - Nationwide

  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Our staff has been an industry-leading provider of federal background investigations since 2004 and employs full-time and part-time investigators in all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S....

Senior Financial Investigator

  • NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • NM
  • 45+ days ago

and law enforcement outcomes. 10....

Fraud Specialist

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

This might be the role for you if you enjoy work requiring attention to detail, problem-solving, and investigating....

Background Investigator

  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Complete record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, mental health, financial and educational institutions....

Background Investigator - Entry Level

  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Complete record searches at law enforcement agencies, courthouses, mental health, financial and educational institutions....

Financial Investigator

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Citizenship and ability to obtain adjudication for the requisite background investigation. Ideally, you will also have: Experience in law enforcement....

Deputy Medical Investigator

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Deputy Medical Investigator Requisition ID req32742 Working Title Deputy Medical Investigator Position Grade 10 Position Summary As a nationally accredited program with a strong educational component...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Investigator Jobs in New Mexico

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecurity research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Investigators in New Mexico offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.1%
High School or GED
16.0%
Master's Degree
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Investigators in New Mexico
4-6 years
27.1%
2-4 years
25.1%
1-2 years
22.0%
Less than 1 year
9.6%
10+ years
8.5%
6-8 years
6.6%
None
1.1%


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