Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Alexandria, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$30.73
4.0%Below national average
Range: $29.27 – $32.20
Average Annual Pay
$63,926
4.0%Below national average
Range: $60,882 – $66,970
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
$26.12/hr
Range: $24.88 – $27.37
Annual Rate
$54,337
Range: $51,750 – $56,925
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.73/hr
Range: $29.27 – $32.20
Annual Rate
$63,926
Range: $60,882 – $66,970
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.34/hr
Range: $33.66 – $37.03
Annual Rate
$73,515
Range: $70,014 – $77,016
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
