Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area, SD
Average Hourly Pay
$37.88
18.4%Above national average
Range: $36.08 – $39.69
Average Annual Pay
$78,799
18.4%Above national average
Range: $75,046 – $82,551
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
$32.20/hr
Range: $30.67 – $33.74
Annual Rate
$66,979
Range: $63,789 – $70,168
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$37.88/hr
Range: $36.08 – $39.69
Annual Rate
$78,799
Range: $75,046 – $82,551
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$43.56/hr
Range: $41.49 – $45.64
Annual Rate
$90,619
Range: $86,303 – $94,934
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
