Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Boulder, CO
Average Hourly Pay
$48.90
52.8%Above national average
Range: $46.57 – $51.23
Average Annual Pay
$101,709
52.8%Above national average
Range: $96,866 – $106,552
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
$41.56/hr
Range: $39.58 – $43.55
Annual Rate
$86,453
Range: $82,336 – $90,569
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.90/hr
Range: $46.57 – $51.23
Annual Rate
$101,709
Range: $96,866 – $106,552
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.23/hr
Range: $53.56 – $58.91
Annual Rate
$116,965
Range: $111,396 – $122,535
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
