Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Abilene, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$32.70
2.2%Above national average
Range: $31.14 – $34.25
Average Annual Pay
$68,010
2.2%Above national average
Range: $64,771 – $71,248
How much do Detectives and Criminal Investigators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$27.80/hr
Range: $26.47 – $29.11
Annual Rate
$57,809
Range: $55,055 – $60,561
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.70/hr
Range: $31.14 – $34.25
Annual Rate
$68,010
Range: $64,771 – $71,248
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.60/hr
Range: $35.81 – $39.39
Annual Rate
$78,212
Range: $74,487 – $81,935
Detectives and Criminal Investigators job description
Detectives and Criminal Investigators professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
