Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Athens-Clarke County, GA
Average Hourly Pay
$28.85
9.8%Below national average
Range: $27.48 – $30.23
Average Annual Pay
$60,016
9.8%Below national average
Range: $57,158 – $62,874
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
$24.52/hr
Range: $23.36 – $25.70
Annual Rate
$51,014
Range: $48,584 – $53,443
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.85/hr
Range: $27.48 – $30.23
Annual Rate
$60,016
Range: $57,158 – $62,874
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.18/hr
Range: $31.60 – $34.76
Annual Rate
$69,018
Range: $65,732 – $72,305
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
