Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Columbus, GA
Average Hourly Pay
$36.46
13.9%Above national average
Range: $34.72 – $38.19
Average Annual Pay
$75,828
13.9%Above national average
Range: $72,218 – $79,439
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
$30.99/hr
Range: $29.51 – $32.46
Annual Rate
$64,454
Range: $61,385 – $67,523
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.46/hr
Range: $34.72 – $38.19
Annual Rate
$75,828
Range: $72,218 – $79,439
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.93/hr
Range: $39.93 – $43.92
Annual Rate
$87,202
Range: $83,051 – $91,355
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
