Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Cincinnati, OH
Average Hourly Pay
$48.01
50.0%Above national average
Range: $45.72 – $50.29
Average Annual Pay
$99,852
50.0%Above national average
Range: $95,098 – $104,607
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
$40.81/hr
Range: $38.86 – $42.75
Annual Rate
$84,874
Range: $80,833 – $88,916
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.01/hr
Range: $45.72 – $50.29
Annual Rate
$99,852
Range: $95,098 – $104,607
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$55.21/hr
Range: $52.58 – $57.83
Annual Rate
$114,830
Range: $109,363 – $120,298
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
