Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Bellingham, WA
Average Hourly Pay
$63.91
99.7%Above national average
Range: $60.87 – $66.96
Average Annual Pay
$132,940
99.7%Above national average
Range: $126,610 – $139,271
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
$54.32/hr
Range: $51.74 – $56.92
Annual Rate
$112,999
Range: $107,619 – $118,380
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$63.91/hr
Range: $60.87 – $66.96
Annual Rate
$132,940
Range: $126,610 – $139,271
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$73.50/hr
Range: $70.00 – $77.00
Annual Rate
$152,881
Range: $145,602 – $160,162
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
