Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI
Average Hourly Pay
$56.97
78.0%Above national average
Range: $54.26 – $59.69
Average Annual Pay
$118,504
78.0%Above national average
Range: $112,861 – $124,147
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
$48.42/hr
Range: $46.12 – $50.74
Annual Rate
$100,728
Range: $95,932 – $105,525
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.97/hr
Range: $54.26 – $59.69
Annual Rate
$118,504
Range: $112,861 – $124,147
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.52/hr
Range: $62.40 – $68.64
Annual Rate
$136,280
Range: $129,790 – $142,769
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
