Private Investigator

NOTICE: Applicant must reside in the state of Utah.

DeLand Investigations is seeking an experienced private criminal defense investigator as a 1099-NEC contractor, but willing to consider an apprentice with the right investigative background, also as a 1099-NEC contractor. Spanish fluency and law enforcement investigative experience is preferred.

Work on case assignments will be near exclusively remote and it is required that you provide your own computer/laptop, printer, internet connection, smartphone, and any other equipment you might need. Though work is remote, the investigator must be or become a licensed Utah Private Investigator. An apprentice investigator must obtain a Private Investigator apprentice license from the state of Utah.

This announcement is for a 1099 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR, not an employee. The hourly contract rate is dependent upon experience and is negotiable. Expected range is $40 to $100 per hour dependent upon your licensing. There is a consistent flow of cases to keep the investigator busy.

• STRONGLY PREFERRED: Prior significant law enforcement or similar criminal investigations experience.
• STRONGLY PREFERRED: Spanish fluency.
• STRONGLY PREFERRED: Sex crimes investigations experience.
• Must be reliable, dedicated, and consistent.
• Intimate knowledge of the U.S. Constitution and Utah state law.
• Familiar with state and justice court systems. Federal court familiarity is a plus.
• Pays attention to granular detail, inquisitive, thoughtful, thorough, good communicator, tactful, strategic thinker.
• Good understanding of law enforcement practices and procedures.
• General understanding of various forensic disciplines (science, medical, ballistic, digital).
• Experienced in witness interviews.
• Experience with child forensic interviews either as the interviewer or evaluator is highly desired.
• Ability to read, understand, and parse law enforcement reports for completeness and thoroughness.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and thorough investigative reports.
• Organized and able to work with high efficiency on your own.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office products, Google Docs/Sheets, working with PDF docs (creating, organizing, etc.).
• Tech savvy – computers, smartphones, Internet, image editing software, video editing software, word processing software, spreadsheet software, etc.

NOTICE: Only well qualified applicants will be contacted. This announcement may be closed without notice. Part of the screening process may include a request for investigative writing samples.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $100.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Experience:

• criminal investigation: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person