Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT
Average Hourly Pay
$49.76
55.5%Above national average
Range: $47.39 – $52.13
Average Annual Pay
$103,500
55.5%Above national average
Range: $98,571 – $108,428
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
$42.30/hr
Range: $40.28 – $44.31
Annual Rate
$87,975
Range: $83,785 – $92,164
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.76/hr
Range: $47.39 – $52.13
Annual Rate
$103,500
Range: $98,571 – $108,428
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.22/hr
Range: $54.50 – $59.95
Annual Rate
$119,025
Range: $113,357 – $124,692
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
