Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Chattanooga, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$45.85
43.3%Above national average
Range: $43.67 – $48.04
Average Annual Pay
$95,375
43.3%Above national average
Range: $90,834 – $99,917
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
$38.97/hr
Range: $37.12 – $40.83
Annual Rate
$81,069
Range: $77,209 – $84,929
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.85/hr
Range: $43.67 – $48.04
Annual Rate
$95,375
Range: $90,834 – $99,917
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.73/hr
Range: $50.22 – $55.25
Annual Rate
$109,681
Range: $104,459 – $114,905
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
