Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in El Centro, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$58.26
82.1%Above national average
Range: $55.49 – $61.04
Average Annual Pay
$121,190
82.1%Above national average
Range: $115,419 – $126,961
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
$49.52/hr
Range: $47.17 – $51.88
Annual Rate
$103,012
Range: $98,106 – $107,917
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$58.26/hr
Range: $55.49 – $61.04
Annual Rate
$121,190
Range: $115,419 – $126,961
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$67.00/hr
Range: $63.81 – $70.20
Annual Rate
$139,369
Range: $132,732 – $146,005
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
