Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $54.43 – $59.87
Average Annual Pay
Range: $113,214 – $124,536
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:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$48.58/hr
Range: $46.27 – $50.89
Annual Rate
$101,044
Range: $96,232 – $105,856
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$57.15/hr
Range: $54.43 – $59.87
Annual Rate
$118,875
Range: $113,214 – $124,536
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.72/hr
Range: $62.59 – $68.85
Annual Rate
$136,706
Range: $130,196 – $143,216
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.
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience

