Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$41.40
29.4%Above national average
Range: $39.43 – $43.37
Average Annual Pay
$86,115
29.4%Above national average
Range: $82,014 – $90,216
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
$35.19/hr
Range: $33.52 – $36.86
Annual Rate
$73,198
Range: $69,712 – $76,684
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.40/hr
Range: $39.43 – $43.37
Annual Rate
$86,115
Range: $82,014 – $90,216
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.61/hr
Range: $45.34 – $49.88
Annual Rate
$99,032
Range: $94,316 – $103,748
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
