Investigator Goals and Objectives Examples
Conduct thorough and accurate investigations.
Ensure evidence is properly collected and preserved.
Interview witnesses and subjects to gather information.
Document all investigative findings.
Provide timely and complete reports to management.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Adhere to ethical standards and legal requirements.
Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
Attend relevant workshops and training sessions.
Continuously improve investigation skills.
Identify potential risks and threats to the organization.
Collaborate with other departments as needed.
Stay focused on objectives and priorities.
Use critical thinking skills to analyze data and identify patterns.
Respond promptly and professionally to requests for assistance.
Be proactive in preventing fraud and misconduct.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and superiors.
Ensure all documentation is accurate and complete.
Meet or exceed key performance indicators.
Maintain a high level of productivity and efficiency.
Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external clients.
Provide testimony in court as needed.
Investigate incidents of employee misconduct.
Investigate allegations of harassment or discrimination.
Provide guidance to other investigators as needed.
Conduct background checks on new employees and contractors.
Monitor compliance with company policies and procedures.
Investigate incidents of theft or embezzlement.
Investigate workplace accidents or injuries.
Review financial records for signs of fraud or mismanagement.
Conduct undercover operations as needed.
Gather intelligence on competitors or other threats to the organization.
Analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends and patterns.
Prepare visual aids to help illustrate findings.
Share knowledge and expertise with others in the organization.
Present findings to management in a clear and concise manner.
Develop strategies for mitigating risks identified during investigations.
Provide recommendations for process improvements based on investigation findings.
Collaborate with law enforcement agencies as needed.
Participate in crisis management planning and response efforts.
Manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Be detail-oriented and meticulous in work product.
Adapt quickly to changing circumstances and priorities.
Display a high level of integrity at all times.
Know when to escalate issues to management or other stakeholders.
Keep accurate records of all investigation-related activities.
Maintain professional conduct at all times, even in difficult situations.
Take responsibility for mistakes and work to correct them promptly.
Maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations.
Foster a culture of ethical behavior throughout the organization.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Be responsive to feedback from colleagues and superiors.
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Investigate complaints from customers or clients regarding products or services.
Conduct research into new investigative techniques or technologies.
Plan investigations in a systematic and logical manner.
Prioritize workload effectively to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Communicate clearly with non-native speakers or those with limited English proficiency.
Use data analytics tools to identify anomalies or outliers in large data sets.
Understand the psychological factors involved in criminal behavior or motivation to commit fraud.
Manage third-party vendors involved in investigations such as forensic accountants or computer experts.
Act as a liaison between the organization and outside counsel during litigation or regulatory inquiries.
Train employees on how to recognize potential signs of fraud or misconduct in the workplace.
Develop standard operating procedures for investigative processes to ensure consistency across the organization.
Coordinate investigations across multiple jurisdictions or countries as needed.
Communicate complex technical concepts in layman's terms to stakeholders who may not have specialized knowledge or training in the field of investigation or law enforcement.
Identify opportunities for process improvements arising out of investigatory findings.
Privacy By Design – Encourage creation of solutions that protect privacy, while allowing for effective information sharing for security purposes.
Strong Communication Skills – Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; establish rapport with people at various levels; develop diplomatic solutions; trustworthiness; present ideas clearly and concisely.
Experience with Legal Issues – Knowledgeable about the legal environment surrounding investigations; able to handle legal issues that arise during an investigation.
Conflict Resolution –Ability to negotiate effectively, facilitating agreement among parties, resolving differences; ability to diplomatically build consensus among competing groups.
Innovative Problem Solving – Able to identify creative solutions to complex problems through collaboration, brainstorming, networking and resourcefulness.
Thoroughness – pays attention to details when conducting investigations; takes pride in producing high quality work-products; leaves no stone unturned.
Resourceful –Ability to solve problems by identifying existing resources (people, technology, etc.) within an organization that can be leveraged instead of seeking additional funding/resources.
Ability to Prioritize- Effectively manages time and resources; able to balance competing priorities while minimizing impact on investigative output.
Tactical Execution - Applies rigorous logic and methods to solve problems; stays alert and focused under pressure / when facing uncertainty.