Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$44.84
40.1%Above national average
Range: $42.70 – $46.97
Average Annual Pay
$93,257
40.1%Above national average
Range: $88,816 – $97,698
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
$38.11/hr
Range: $36.30 – $39.92
Annual Rate
$79,268
Range: $75,494 – $83,043
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.84/hr
Range: $42.70 – $46.97
Annual Rate
$93,257
Range: $88,816 – $97,698
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.57/hr
Range: $49.10 – $54.02
Annual Rate
$107,246
Range: $102,138 – $112,353
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
