Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Delaware, DE
Average Hourly Pay
$53.24
66.4%Above national average
Range: $50.70 – $55.77
Average Annual Pay
$110,729
66.4%Above national average
Range: $105,456 – $116,002
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
$45.25/hr
Range: $43.09 – $47.40
Annual Rate
$94,120
Range: $89,638 – $98,602
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$53.24/hr
Range: $50.70 – $55.77
Annual Rate
$110,729
Range: $105,456 – $116,002
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$61.23/hr
Range: $58.30 – $64.14
Annual Rate
$127,338
Range: $121,274 – $133,402
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
