Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Baton Rouge, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$35.26
10.2%Above national average
Range: $33.58 – $36.94
Average Annual Pay
$73,339
10.2%Above national average
Range: $69,846 – $76,831
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
$29.97/hr
Range: $28.54 – $31.40
Annual Rate
$62,338
Range: $59,369 – $65,306
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.26/hr
Range: $33.58 – $36.94
Annual Rate
$73,339
Range: $69,846 – $76,831
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.55/hr
Range: $38.62 – $42.48
Annual Rate
$84,340
Range: $80,323 – $88,356
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
