Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Auburn-Opelika, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$33.76
5.5%Above national average
Range: $32.15 – $35.37
Average Annual Pay
$70,216
5.5%Above national average
Range: $66,872 – $73,559
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
$28.70/hr
Range: $27.33 – $30.06
Annual Rate
$59,684
Range: $56,841 – $62,525
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.76/hr
Range: $32.15 – $35.37
Annual Rate
$70,216
Range: $66,872 – $73,559
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$38.82/hr
Range: $36.97 – $40.68
Annual Rate
$80,748
Range: $76,903 – $84,593
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
