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How much do hour investigator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for hour investigator in the United States is $75,325.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hour Investigator vs Fire Investigator?

AspectHour InvestigatorFire Investigator
Required CertificationsTypically state-specific investigator licenses, security or surveillance certificationsFire science certifications, fire investigation training, state or national fire investigator certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, surveillance sites, law enforcement agenciesFire scenes, accident sites, forensic labs
Employer & Industry UsageLaw enforcement, security firms, government agenciesFire departments, insurance companies, forensic agencies

Hour Investigators primarily focus on surveillance, security, and law enforcement-related investigations, often working in office or surveillance environments. Fire Investigators specialize in determining fire causes, working at fire scenes and in forensic settings. While both roles require investigative skills, their certifications, work environments, and industry applications differ significantly.

What are some common challenges hour investigators face when verifying employee work hours, and how can they effectively address them?

Hour Investigators often encounter challenges such as incomplete or inconsistent time records, discrepancies between reported and actual hours, and resistance from employees or supervisors during audits. To address these issues, investigators typically use a combination of digital time-tracking systems, thorough documentation reviews, and interviews with staff to cross-check information. Building strong communication skills and maintaining objectivity are essential for resolving conflicts and ensuring accurate findings. Staying updated on labor laws and company policies also helps Hour Investigators navigate complex situations with professionalism.

What is an hour investigator?

Hour Investigators are professionals who verify and audit employee work hours, often for compliance or payroll purposes. They may review timecards, attendance systems, and other records to ensure accuracy and detect discrepancies. Their work helps organizations maintain fair labor practices and avoid legal issues related to wage and hour laws. Hour Investigators may be employed internally by companies or work for third-party agencies specializing in workforce management. Their attention to detail and knowledge of labor regulations are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an hour investigator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Hour Investigator, you need a strong understanding of labor laws, investigative techniques, and data analysis, typically supported by a degree in criminal justice, human resources, or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, timekeeping systems, and relevant compliance databases is important. Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and discretion help in interviewing witnesses and compiling accurate reports. These skills ensure thorough, objective investigations and help organizations maintain compliance with wage and hour regulations.
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Infographic showing various Hour Investigator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 11% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,325 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Wage and Hour Investigator

Who We Are | U.S. Department of Labor

Wilkes Barre, PA • On-site

$43K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

This position is located in the Department of Labor (DOL), Wage and Hour Division (WHD). The position is responsible for conducting investigations of employers across all industries within the geographical boundaries of the assigned District Office's jurisdiction to ensure compliance with all of the laws that WHD is responsible for enforcing.
Vacancies will be filled at the GS-07 or GS-09 with the Full Performance Level of GS-12.

Qualifications:

To qualify for GS-07, applicants must possess the experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level, in the Federal Service, which includes meeting at least TWO (2) of the following THREE (3) specialized criteria requirements:

  • General knowledge of Federal wage and hour labor laws, industrial occupations, wage scales, employment practices, or salary and wage administration practices.
  • Skill in analyzing written/verbal information and numerical data and making decisions on issues based on interviews, records review, reconstruction of missing or fraudulent records and applying legal or regulatory provisions, precedents, and principles to specific investigative matters.
  • Skill in personal contacts requiring the ability to explain requirements or rights and obtain information and cooperation from people with diverse backgrounds and levels of understanding, reconcile conflicting interests, and persuade others to comply voluntarily with requirements.

-OR-

Graduate Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: industrial relations, personnel administration, business administration, labor economics, law, or other fields related to the position.

-OR-

Superior Academic Achievement (SAA): Successful completion of all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as: industrial relations, personnel administration, business administration, labor economics, law, or other fields related to the position. SAA is based on:

  1. Class Standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR,
  2. Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (''B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 (''B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR,
  3. Honor Society Membership - Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://honorsocietyfoundation.org/achs/).

-OR-

A combination of graduate education and experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.


To qualify for GS-09, applicants must possess the experience and/or education as described below:
Applicants must meet at least two of the following three specialized criteria requirements:

  • General knowledge of Federal wage and hour labor laws, industrial occupations, wage scales, employment practices, or salary and wage administration practices.
  • Skill in analyzing written/verbal information and numerical data and making decisions on issues based on interviews, records review, reconstruction of missing or fraudulent records and applying legal or regulatory provisions, precedents, and principles to specific investigative matters.
  • Skill in personal contacts requiring the ability to explain requirements or rights and obtain information and cooperation from people with diverse backgrounds and levels of understanding, reconcile conflicting interests, and persuade others to comply voluntarily with requirements.

In addition to the criteria specified above, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level, in Federal service, which includes the knowledge of and ability to apply the provisions of Federal wage and hour labor laws pertaining to wages, hours of work, or related conditions of employment.
Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:

  • Developing, interpreting, or applying policies, procedures, and operating standards in determining compliance for an organization or government-based program.
  • Conducting interviews and providing information about laws and/or regulations.
  • Industrial personnel or salary and wage administration or responsible work in a certified public accounting firm.
  • Analyzing or applying labor legislation.
  • Reviewing and evaluating operations and procedures through analysis, audits, or surveillance inspections.
  • Federal, State, or self-regulatory agency work involving obtaining compliance with appropriate program requirements.
  • Applying fact-finding techniques to gather clear-cut factual evidence of administrative related to labor statutes and Regulations, industrial pay practices, and regulations governing the issuance of FLSA certificates in order to apply guidelines to general types of certifications.
  • Applying investigative and compliance review methods and using information sources and protocols to plan and assist with conducting program reviews and analyses to resolve complex problems, conflicts, and inadequacies.
  • Gathering information and responding appropriately to general and specific program inquiries.

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Graduate Education: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LLB. or J.D., if related. Education must be in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: industrial relations, personnel administration, business administration, labor economics, law, or other fields related to the position.

-OR-

A combination of graduate education and experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.


Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of time-in-grade (52 weeks at the next lower grade), time-after-competitive-appointment (90 days), and minimum qualifications (52 weeks equivalent to the next lower grade in federal service). These requirements must be met within 30 days of 08/10/2026 the announcement closing date.
NOTE: In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make any assumptions regarding your experience.

Education:

If you wish to use your education as a basis for meeting the minimum qualification requirements, you must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution demonstrating that you meet the qualifying education. If you do not submit sufficient academic documentation necessary to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualification requirements based on education as described in this announcement, your application will be deemed incomplete, and you will receive no further consideration for this vacancy.
Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.

If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum coursework requirements for this position. Click Evaluation of Foreign Education for more information.

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