Private Investigation Evidence Assistant

DigiStream Investigations, a fast-growing national private investigation firm, seeks a full-time Evidence Assistant to join our team in Downtown Tampa, FL.

Office Location: Downtown Tampa, FL (In-office, with opportunity for 1 day per week of remote work after 90 days)

Starting Hourly Pay Rate:  $18.00 per hour, with opportunity for growth based on performance
Weekly Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with occasional overtime as needed
Employee Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance offered, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match offered
 

The Evidence Assistant will edit video and written reports submitted by the investigative staff relating to potentially fraudulent disability, liability or workers’ compensation claims on behalf of insurance companies, government entities, defense attorneys, and third-party administrators (TPAs). They will deliver reports, along with surveillance DVDs and invoices, to the client in a timely manner. The Evidence Assistant will intake customer referrals and ensure integral case information is captured in the company database such as subject vitals, case goals, and requested services. The Evidence Assistant manages, processes, and handles investigative evidence generated by the office including but not limited to surveillance video, archived social media content, and reports. The Evidence Assistant will maintain the work flow of evidence through the office, enter data, and update sensitive information on a daily basis. The Evidence Assistant will also take on additional administrative tasks from other departments as needed with approval from the Evidence Associate.

Responsibilities:

• Review reports for spelling, formatting, and grammar to ensure they meet evidentiary standards
• Edit surveillance footage to create client facing reports
• Analyze customer referrals for key case details and missing information
• Communicate missing information with client facing personnel
• Enter details of customer referrals into company database
• Coordinate and finalize invoices and disseminate final products to clients
• Handle and secure evidence
• Prepare and submit evidence for courtroom proceedings
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, Psychology, History, Criminal Justice, or other writing intensive major, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Multi-media, or other media intensive major required
• Must be able to type 50+ words per minute
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to remain objective when handling sensitive material
• Work in a team environment with inside and outside staff
• Must currently live in the Tampa Bay area and be willing to commute to Downtown Tampa Monday through Friday
  • 1 day of remote work per week permitted after successful completion of first 90 days