Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$52.29
63.4%Above national average
Range: $49.80 – $54.78
Average Annual Pay
$108,763
63.4%Above national average
Range: $103,584 – $113,942
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
$44.45/hr
Range: $42.33 – $46.56
Annual Rate
$92,449
Range: $88,046 – $96,851
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$52.29/hr
Range: $49.80 – $54.78
Annual Rate
$108,763
Range: $103,584 – $113,942
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$60.13/hr
Range: $57.27 – $63.00
Annual Rate
$125,077
Range: $119,122 – $131,033
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
