Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Charleston-North Charleston, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$50.47
57.7%Above national average
Range: $48.07 – $52.88
Average Annual Pay
$104,985
57.7%Above national average
Range: $99,986 – $109,984
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
$42.90/hr
Range: $40.86 – $44.95
Annual Rate
$89,237
Range: $84,988 – $93,486
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$50.47/hr
Range: $48.07 – $52.88
Annual Rate
$104,985
Range: $99,986 – $109,984
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$58.04/hr
Range: $55.28 – $60.81
Annual Rate
$120,733
Range: $114,984 – $126,482
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
