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The life as a private investigator
By: Sydney Davis
The Nature of the Work
Interview people to gather information Collect evidence to present in court Find facts and analyze information
about legal, financial, and personal matters
Typically work for individuals, attorneys, and businesses.
Education
Usually have college education Some investigation jobs may not have
specific education requirements, others require candidates to have a high school diploma
Because many financial investigators have an accountant’s background, they typically have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Training
Most private detectives and investigators learn on the job
New investigators must learn how to gather information, additional training depends on the type of firm that hires them
Employment
Employment of private detectives and investigators is expected to grow 21 percent from 2010 to 2020
Increased demand for private detectives and investigators go from heightened security concerns and the need to protect property and confidential information
Earnings
The lowest 10 percent earned less than $25,760
The top 10 percent earned more than $74,970
In May 2010 the median annual wage of private investigators was $42,870
Job Outlook
Competition is expected for most jobs, because private investigator careers attract many qualified people, including relatively young retirees from law enforcement or military careers
The best opportunities for jobseekers will be in entry-level jobs in detective agencies