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Insurance Defense Investigator Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

Excelsior Defense

Security Guard

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$16.20 - $21.77/hr

... insurance.Excelsior Defense is one of the industry's top suppliers in the United States! We offer ... crime or disorder and investigate disturbancesAct lawfully in direct defense of life or ...

Excelsior Defense

Security Guard

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$16.20 - $21.77/hr

... insurance. Excelsior Defense is one of the industry's top suppliers in the United States! We offer ... Observe for signs of crime or disorder and investigate disturbances * Act lawfully in direct ...

Excelsior Defense

Security Guard

Albuquerque, NM

$16.20/hr

... insurance. Excelsior Defense is one of the industry's top suppliers in the United States! We offer ... Observe for signs of crime or disorder and investigate disturbances * Act lawfully in direct ...

U.S. Navy

INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

... and defensive cyber operations, investigating and tracking enemies while also protecting our ... Free health insurance * Free housing * A retirement plan * Paid training * College credit EDUCATION ...

U.S. Navy

INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Albuquerque, NM

$91K - $114K/yr

... and defensive cyber operations, investigating and tracking enemies while also protecting our ... Free health insurance * Free housing * A retirement plan * Paid training * College credit EDUCATION ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for insurance defense investigator in Rio Rancho, NM is $24.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.58 and $29.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Insurance Defense Investigator job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,418 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Surveillance Investigator - Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Advantage Surveillance LLC
11 - 50 employees
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$23 - $25/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

For the past 27 years, Advantage Investigations has been the Nation’s only insurance defense investigation firm that invests in the operational capabilities necessary to produce consistent, high-quality results—ultimately helping our clients "See What’s True." 

With over 200 licensed private investigators Nationwide, Advantage uses strategic planning and technology to give our clients greater clarity on a claimant's daily activities. Providing Covert Surveillance, Claims Investigations, Net-Sweep Investigations, USP and more, we’re able to save our clients time and money on insurance fraud cases.


 Advantage Investigations is seeking a Full Time Surveillance Investigator in Albuquerque, NM/Surrounding Area. The qualified candidate will be responsible for conducting covert surveillance, investigating daily activities, obtaining video evidence, and provide a clear report of all activities for our operations team.  As a surveillance investigator, you will be provided with a comprehensive training program, door to door pay, vehicle allowance, fuel card, top-of-the-line equipment, as well as other generous benefits.  This position requires daily travel within the investigator’s area/territory.
 
** Current NM License is preferred **
 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Conducting surveillance including covert, stationary, and mobile
  • Conducting surveillance throughout their home state and surrounding states. 
  • Recording subject activity on a video recording device.
  • Preparing and completing a written report of observations
  • Uploading Video Evidence and a surveillance report

 Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Private Investigator License required in most states
  • Current NM Private Investigator License preferred
  • Previous experience related to surveillance is preferred 
  • Access to a suitable surveillance vehicle for day-to-day use 
  • Valid Driver’s License 
  • Ability to provide MVR (driving record)
  • Willingness to travel throughout home state and surrounding states for work
  • Varying weekly work schedule includes weekend and holiday availability
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated, ability work independently
  • Meet state mandated requirements to obtain and maintain a Private Investigator license multiple states
  • Pass a Drug Screen.

Compensation: Investigators are paid door to door an hourly rate commensurate with experience within $23.00 to $25.00 an hour.   Employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Company Benefits:

  • Door to Door hourly pay
  • Monthly Vehicle Allowance
  • Monthly Cell Phone Allowance
  • Fuel Card provided
  • Equipment Provided
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and disability insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Lodging (when applicable), and per diem pay when out of town
  • 401(k) – with match
  • 2 weeks of PTO (paid time off)
  • Parental Leave

Advantage Investigations is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.