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Private Detectives and Investigators

Private detectives and investigators assist lawyers, businesses, and the public with a variety of cases.

Private detectives and investigators use many means to determine the facts. To carry out investigations, they observe suspects and conduct searches.

Private Detectives and Investigators are in the Law, Public Safety, and Security career cluster and the Security and Protective Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$20.61 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   12.5%

Average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Work experience (in related occupation) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Conduct various types of surveillance and searches to carry out investigations.
  • Make phone calls or visits and interview people to verify and gather information.
  • Provide assistance to lawyers and insurance companies. Work on civil cases, insurance claims, and child custody cases.
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Job Title Examples:

 Loss Prevention Detective,  Loss Prevention Investigator,  Loss Prevention Specialist 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.