Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Brownsville-Harlingen, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$48.72
52.3%Above national average
Range: $46.40 – $51.04
Average Annual Pay
$101,338
52.3%Above national average
Range: $96,512 – $106,163
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
$41.41/hr
Range: $39.44 – $43.38
Annual Rate
$86,137
Range: $82,035 – $90,239
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.72/hr
Range: $46.40 – $51.04
Annual Rate
$101,338
Range: $96,512 – $106,163
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.03/hr
Range: $53.36 – $58.70
Annual Rate
$116,539
Range: $110,989 – $122,087
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
