Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Columbus, OH
Average Hourly Pay
$44.87
40.2%Above national average
Range: $42.73 – $47.00
Average Annual Pay
$93,322
40.2%Above national average
Range: $88,878 – $97,766
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
$38.14/hr
Range: $36.32 – $39.95
Annual Rate
$79,324
Range: $75,546 – $83,101
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.87/hr
Range: $42.73 – $47.00
Annual Rate
$93,322
Range: $88,878 – $97,766
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.60/hr
Range: $49.14 – $54.05
Annual Rate
$107,320
Range: $102,210 – $112,431
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
