Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Elkhart-Goshen, IN
Average Hourly Pay
$40.06
25.2%Above national average
Range: $38.15 – $41.97
Average Annual Pay
$83,320
25.2%Above national average
Range: $79,352 – $87,287
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
$34.05/hr
Range: $32.43 – $35.67
Annual Rate
$70,822
Range: $67,449 – $74,194
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.06/hr
Range: $38.15 – $41.97
Annual Rate
$83,320
Range: $79,352 – $87,287
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$46.07/hr
Range: $43.87 – $48.27
Annual Rate
$95,818
Range: $91,255 – $100,380
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
