Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in College Station-Bryan, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$33.98
6.2%Above national average
Range: $32.36 – $35.60
Average Annual Pay
$70,674
6.2%Above national average
Range: $67,309 – $74,040
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
$28.88/hr
Range: $27.51 – $30.26
Annual Rate
$60,073
Range: $57,213 – $62,934
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$33.98/hr
Range: $32.36 – $35.60
Annual Rate
$70,674
Range: $67,309 – $74,040
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$39.08/hr
Range: $37.21 – $40.94
Annual Rate
$81,275
Range: $77,405 – $85,146
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
