Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Farmington, NM
Average Hourly Pay
$31.21
2.5%Below national average
Range: $29.72 – $32.69
Average Annual Pay
$64,908
2.5%Below national average
Range: $61,818 – $67,999
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
$26.53/hr
Range: $25.26 – $27.79
Annual Rate
$55,172
Range: $52,545 – $57,799
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.21/hr
Range: $29.72 – $32.69
Annual Rate
$64,908
Range: $61,818 – $67,999
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.89/hr
Range: $34.18 – $37.59
Annual Rate
$74,644
Range: $71,091 – $78,199
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
