Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Erie, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$49.92
56.0%Above national average
Range: $47.54 – $52.29
Average Annual Pay
$103,827
56.0%Above national average
Range: $98,883 – $108,772
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
$42.43/hr
Range: $40.41 – $44.45
Annual Rate
$88,253
Range: $84,051 – $92,456
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.92/hr
Range: $47.54 – $52.29
Annual Rate
$103,827
Range: $98,883 – $108,772
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.41/hr
Range: $54.67 – $60.13
Annual Rate
$119,401
Range: $113,715 – $125,088
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
