Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA
Average Hourly Pay
$43.51
36.0%Above national average
Range: $41.44 – $45.58
Average Annual Pay
$90,505
36.0%Above national average
Range: $86,195 – $94,815
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
$36.98/hr
Range: $35.22 – $38.74
Annual Rate
$76,929
Range: $73,266 – $80,593
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$43.51/hr
Range: $41.44 – $45.58
Annual Rate
$90,505
Range: $86,195 – $94,815
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$50.04/hr
Range: $47.66 – $52.42
Annual Rate
$104,081
Range: $99,124 – $109,037
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
