Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in El Paso, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$50.13
56.7%Above national average
Range: $47.74 – $52.51
Average Annual Pay
$104,264
56.7%Above national average
Range: $99,299 – $109,229
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
$42.61/hr
Range: $40.58 – $44.63
Annual Rate
$88,624
Range: $84,404 – $92,845
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$50.13/hr
Range: $47.74 – $52.51
Annual Rate
$104,264
Range: $99,299 – $109,229
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.65/hr
Range: $54.90 – $60.39
Annual Rate
$119,904
Range: $114,194 – $125,613
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
