Private Investigators for hire in Halifax, NS
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills5%Leadership4%Time Management4%Education level
Bachelor's degree40%High school diploma or GED21%Vocational or technical training19%Years of experience
6-10 years60%3-5 years20%1-2 years10%Current company
CONCENTRIX TECHNOLOGIES
GardaWorld
IKEA
Time at current job
1-2 years43%Less than a year29%2-5 years29%
Browse Indeed's database of 212 profiles for Private Investigators in Halifax, NS
Last updated: Oct. 21, 2026
Private Investigator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Halifax, NS: $49,295 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $36,178 – $67,166 yearly
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Roofing Apprentice
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Licenses & certifications
Class G LicenceSecurity Guard LicenceFall Protection Training CertificationDriving LicenceWorking at Heights CertificateForklift LicenceSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingSchedule ManagementTeam ManagementRemote Access SoftwareSITE SUPERVISOR
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Licenses & certifications
Smart ServeSecurityFirst Aid CertificationCPRDe-Escalation TechniquesCPR CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceCustomer Service OrientationAccess Control SystemsCCTVSecurity and Community Liaison Officer
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Licenses & certifications
WHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsSimulation Teaching MethodCPR Level C and AED CertificationAED CertificationFirst Aid Certification+9 moreSkills
Communication SkillsMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft WordComputer OperationMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookPrivate, Trained
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationClass 5 LicenceSecurity Guard LicenceCPRCPR CertificationDriving Licence+1 moreSkills
LeadershipAnalysis SkillsPatrollingIncident InvestigationTeam CoordinationDe-Escalation TechniquesSecurity Officer — Casual
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Licenses & certifications
Writing SkillsWHMIS CertificationWorkplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemsCPR Level C and AED CertificationDriving LicenceClass 4 Licence+8 moreSkills
SecurityDe-Escalation TechniquesPatrollingAuthenticationSurveillanceWritten Report WritingUnion Station Specialist
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Licenses & certifications
Smart ServeAED CertificationWHMIS CertificationFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationDriving LicenceSkills
LeadershipPublic Safety Services ExperienceTeam LeadershipIncident ReportingIncident ResponseSafety and Uniformed Services Experience
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What's the average time to fill a private investigator role?
The average time to fill a private investigator role is 143 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do private investigators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a private investigator include: communication skills, leadership and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for private investigators?
Common licenses or certifications for private investigators include: First Aid Certification, Driving Licence and CPR Certification.
What are some job titles related to private investigators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to private investigators include: IT field technician independent contractor, private, trained and security and community liaison officer.
What level of education is common for a private investigator?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a private investigator in Halifax, NS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a private investigator?
Most private investigators have 6 years of professional experience.
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