Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$36.62
14.4%Above national average
Range: $34.88 – $38.37
Average Annual Pay
$76,178
14.4%Above national average
Range: $72,550 – $79,805
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
$31.13/hr
Range: $29.65 – $32.61
Annual Rate
$64,751
Range: $61,668 – $67,834
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.62/hr
Range: $34.88 – $38.37
Annual Rate
$76,178
Range: $72,550 – $79,805
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$42.11/hr
Range: $40.11 – $44.13
Annual Rate
$87,605
Range: $83,433 – $91,776
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
