Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$41.73
30.4%Above national average
Range: $39.74 – $43.71
Average Annual Pay
$86,792
30.4%Above national average
Range: $82,659 – $90,925
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
$35.47/hr
Range: $33.78 – $37.15
Annual Rate
$73,773
Range: $70,260 – $77,286
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.73/hr
Range: $39.74 – $43.71
Annual Rate
$86,792
Range: $82,659 – $90,925
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.99/hr
Range: $45.70 – $50.27
Annual Rate
$99,811
Range: $95,058 – $104,564
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
