Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Gainesville, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$40.67
27.1%Above national average
Range: $38.73 – $42.60
Average Annual Pay
$84,586
27.1%Above national average
Range: $80,558 – $88,614
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
$34.57/hr
Range: $32.92 – $36.21
Annual Rate
$71,898
Range: $68,474 – $75,322
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.67/hr
Range: $38.73 – $42.60
Annual Rate
$84,586
Range: $80,558 – $88,614
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$46.77/hr
Range: $44.54 – $48.99
Annual Rate
$97,274
Range: $92,642 – $101,906
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
