Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Burlington, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$30.29
5.3%Below national average
Range: $28.85 – $31.74
Average Annual Pay
$63,008
5.3%Below national average
Range: $60,008 – $66,009
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
$25.75/hr
Range: $24.52 – $26.98
Annual Rate
$53,557
Range: $51,007 – $56,108
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.29/hr
Range: $28.85 – $31.74
Annual Rate
$63,008
Range: $60,008 – $66,009
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.83/hr
Range: $33.18 – $36.50
Annual Rate
$72,459
Range: $69,009 – $75,910
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
