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PhotoFax, Inc.

Surveillance Investigator – Columbia, SC

PhotoFax, Inc.

Recruitment began on

Expires on

July 5, 2026

Private Investigator – Company Vehicle Provided!

$1500.00 Signing Bonus!

PhotoFax, Inc. — a nationwide leader in private investigations — is hiring Surveillance Investigators to join our Columbia, SC team.
If you’re observant, self-motivated, and love working independently in the field, this could be the perfect career path for you.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct covert mobile and stationary surveillance from a fully equipped company vehicle
  • Document and video-record subject activity in a discreet, professional manner
  • Brief and debrief with your Case Manager to discuss strategy and objectives
  • Prepare detailed, factual reports of your observations
  • Travel regionally as needed — all expenses and vehicle provided

Watch our Recruiting Video: https://vimeo.com/323925447/1451b7a16e

What You’ll Gain

  • A career foundation in:
  • Investigations
  • Law Enforcement
  • Insurance & Claims Management
  • Company vehicle (fully customized for surveillance)
  • Hands-on training with our expert instructors (34 years of industry experience)
  • Full benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, Matching 401(k)
  • Performance-based bonuses and paid overtime
  • Growth opportunities within PhotoFax’s national network

What We’re Looking For

  • High school diploma required
  • Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Law Enforcement preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Must live in the greater Columbia, SC and surrounding areas
  • Flexible schedule (including weekends/holidays)
  • Willingness to travel and occasionally stay overnight
  • No prior experience needed — we’ll train and license you!

Ready to launch your investigative career?
Apply now and join the industry’s most trusted surveillance team at PhotoFax, Inc.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Fuel card
  • Health insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

License/Certification:

  • Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

License/Certification:

 

  • Drivers License (Required)

 

Work Location: In person


Meet the Team

Beth Ricca

Beth Ricca, ’94M

Executive Director for Career Development

Jeffrey Mass, ’04, ’17M

Director for Employer Engagement

Harry Termyna, ’19, ’21M

Assistant Director of Career Development;
Adjunct

Rosie Chisolm

Coordinator for Career Engagement

Elizabeth Cotta

Office Coordinator

Contact

Phone (732) 571-3471

Email: careerdevelopment@monmouth.edu

Rebecca Stafford Student Center, First Floor.
400 Cedar Avenue
West Long Branch, NJ 07726-1898

Hours

  • Monday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Thursday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Friday 8:45 a.m. – 5 p.m.