Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Charlottesville, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$48.08
50.2%Above national average
Range: $45.79 – $50.37
Average Annual Pay
$100,005
50.2%Above national average
Range: $95,243 – $104,768
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
$40.87/hr
Range: $38.92 – $42.81
Annual Rate
$85,004
Range: $80,957 – $89,053
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.08/hr
Range: $45.79 – $50.37
Annual Rate
$100,005
Range: $95,243 – $104,768
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$55.29/hr
Range: $52.66 – $57.93
Annual Rate
$115,006
Range: $109,529 – $120,483
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
