Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in California, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$61.05
90.8%Above national average
Range: $58.14 – $63.95
Average Annual Pay
$126,978
90.8%Above national average
Range: $120,931 – $133,024
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
$51.89/hr
Range: $49.42 – $54.36
Annual Rate
$107,931
Range: $102,791 – $113,070
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$61.05/hr
Range: $58.14 – $63.95
Annual Rate
$126,978
Range: $120,931 – $133,024
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$70.21/hr
Range: $66.86 – $73.54
Annual Rate
$146,025
Range: $139,071 – $152,978
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
