Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Fort Wayne, IN
Average Hourly Pay
$39.64
23.9%Above national average
Range: $37.75 – $41.53
Average Annual Pay
$82,446
23.9%Above national average
Range: $78,520 – $86,372
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
$33.69/hr
Range: $32.09 – $35.30
Annual Rate
$70,079
Range: $66,742 – $73,416
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.64/hr
Range: $37.75 – $41.53
Annual Rate
$82,446
Range: $78,520 – $86,372
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$45.59/hr
Range: $43.41 – $47.76
Annual Rate
$94,813
Range: $90,298 – $99,328
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
