Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$60.55
89.2%Above national average
Range: $57.67 – $63.44
Average Annual Pay
$125,951
89.2%Above national average
Range: $119,954 – $131,949
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
$51.47/hr
Range: $49.02 – $53.92
Annual Rate
$107,058
Range: $101,961 – $112,157
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$60.55/hr
Range: $57.67 – $63.44
Annual Rate
$125,951
Range: $119,954 – $131,949
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$69.63/hr
Range: $66.32 – $72.96
Annual Rate
$144,844
Range: $137,947 – $151,741
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
