Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Battle Creek, MI
Average Hourly Pay
$40.97
28.0%Above national average
Range: $39.02 – $42.92
Average Annual Pay
$85,220
28.0%Above national average
Range: $81,162 – $89,278
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
$34.82/hr
Range: $33.17 – $36.48
Annual Rate
$72,437
Range: $68,988 – $75,886
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.97/hr
Range: $39.02 – $42.92
Annual Rate
$85,220
Range: $81,162 – $89,278
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.12/hr
Range: $44.87 – $49.36
Annual Rate
$98,003
Range: $93,336 – $102,670
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
