Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Bakersfield-Delano, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$57.45
79.5%Above national average
Range: $54.71 – $60.18
Average Annual Pay
$119,487
79.5%Above national average
Range: $113,797 – $125,176
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
$48.83/hr
Range: $46.50 – $51.15
Annual Rate
$101,564
Range: $96,727 – $106,400
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$57.45/hr
Range: $54.71 – $60.18
Annual Rate
$119,487
Range: $113,797 – $125,176
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$66.07/hr
Range: $62.92 – $69.21
Annual Rate
$137,410
Range: $130,867 – $143,952
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
