Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Albuquerque, NM
Average Hourly Pay
$35.03
9.5%Above national average
Range: $33.36 – $36.70
Average Annual Pay
$72,858
9.5%Above national average
Range: $69,389 – $76,328
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
$29.78/hr
Range: $28.36 – $31.20
Annual Rate
$61,929
Range: $58,981 – $64,879
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.03/hr
Range: $33.36 – $36.70
Annual Rate
$72,858
Range: $69,389 – $76,328
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.28/hr
Range: $38.36 – $42.20
Annual Rate
$83,787
Range: $79,797 – $87,777
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
