Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$39.72
24.1%Above national average
Range: $37.83 – $41.61
Average Annual Pay
$82,621
24.1%Above national average
Range: $78,686 – $86,555
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
$33.76/hr
Range: $32.16 – $35.37
Annual Rate
$70,228
Range: $66,883 – $73,572
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.72/hr
Range: $37.83 – $41.61
Annual Rate
$82,621
Range: $78,686 – $86,555
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$45.68/hr
Range: $43.50 – $47.85
Annual Rate
$95,014
Range: $90,489 – $99,538
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
