1. Private Detective & Investigator Quristain Hand

2. What Do They Do? (Duties)  Interview people to gather information  Do various types of searches, using a computer or non-computerized records  Conduct surveillance (looking for, following, or watching a person without that person noticing)  Collect evidence to present in court  Verify employment, income, and facts on a person's background  Investigate computer crimes, such as identity theft and illegal downloads  Help in cases of criminal and civil liability, missing-persons cases, and insurance claims and fraud

3. Work Environment  What are the Work Hours?  Irregular Hours

4. How To Become One  What kind of education do you need?  College Education  Do you need to take a test to get a license?  Yes  Do you need a license? What kind of license?  Yes, licensed private investigator  What qualities do you need to have?  No license for computer forensic investigator, state licensed private investigator.

5. Pay  How much is the salary?  42,870

6. Job Outlook  What is the expected growth in that field?  21 percent from 2010 to 2020

7. Similar Occupations  Accountants and Auditors  Bill and Account Collectors  Claims Adjusters, Appraisers, Examiners, and Investigators  Financial Analysts  Personal Financial Advisors  Police and Detectives  Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers

8. Who To Contact For More Information  National Association of Legal Investigators