Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Corpus Christi, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$45.92
43.5%Above national average
Range: $43.73 – $48.10
Average Annual Pay
$95,506
43.5%Above national average
Range: $90,958 – $100,054
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
$39.03/hr
Range: $37.17 – $40.88
Annual Rate
$81,180
Range: $77,314 – $85,046
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.92/hr
Range: $43.73 – $48.10
Annual Rate
$95,506
Range: $90,958 – $100,054
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.81/hr
Range: $50.29 – $55.31
Annual Rate
$109,832
Range: $104,602 – $115,062
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
