Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Georgia, GA
Average Hourly Pay
$38.63
20.7%Above national average
Range: $36.79 – $40.47
Average Annual Pay
$80,349
20.7%Above national average
Range: $76,523 – $84,176
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
$32.84/hr
Range: $31.27 – $34.40
Annual Rate
$68,297
Range: $65,045 – $71,550
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.63/hr
Range: $36.79 – $40.47
Annual Rate
$80,349
Range: $76,523 – $84,176
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.42/hr
Range: $42.31 – $46.54
Annual Rate
$92,401
Range: $88,001 – $96,802
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
