Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Alabama, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$39.32
22.9%Above national average
Range: $37.45 – $41.20
Average Annual Pay
$81,791
22.9%Above national average
Range: $77,896 – $85,686
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
$33.42/hr
Range: $31.83 – $35.02
Annual Rate
$69,522
Range: $66,212 – $72,833
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.32/hr
Range: $37.45 – $41.20
Annual Rate
$81,791
Range: $77,896 – $85,686
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$45.22/hr
Range: $43.07 – $47.38
Annual Rate
$94,060
Range: $89,580 – $98,539
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
