Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$49.51
54.7%Above national average
Range: $47.15 – $51.87
Average Annual Pay
$102,976
54.7%Above national average
Range: $98,072 – $107,879
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
$42.08/hr
Range: $40.08 – $44.09
Annual Rate
$87,530
Range: $83,361 – $91,697
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.51/hr
Range: $47.15 – $51.87
Annual Rate
$102,976
Range: $98,072 – $107,879
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.94/hr
Range: $54.22 – $59.65
Annual Rate
$118,422
Range: $112,783 – $124,061
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
