Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Connecticut, CT
Average Hourly Pay
$50.25
57.0%Above national average
Range: $47.86 – $52.65
Average Annual Pay
$104,526
57.0%Above national average
Range: $99,549 – $109,504
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
$42.71/hr
Range: $40.68 – $44.75
Annual Rate
$88,847
Range: $84,617 – $93,078
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$50.25/hr
Range: $47.86 – $52.65
Annual Rate
$104,526
Range: $99,549 – $109,504
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.79/hr
Range: $55.04 – $60.55
Annual Rate
$120,205
Range: $114,481 – $125,930
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
