Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$36.13
12.9%Above national average
Range: $34.41 – $37.85
Average Annual Pay
$75,151
12.9%Above national average
Range: $71,573 – $78,730
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
$30.71/hr
Range: $29.25 – $32.17
Annual Rate
$63,878
Range: $60,837 – $66,921
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.13/hr
Range: $34.41 – $37.85
Annual Rate
$75,151
Range: $71,573 – $78,730
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.55/hr
Range: $39.57 – $43.53
Annual Rate
$86,424
Range: $82,309 – $90,540
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
