Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI
Average Hourly Pay
$56.78
77.4%Above national average
Range: $54.08 – $59.49
Average Annual Pay
$118,111
77.4%Above national average
Range: $112,486 – $123,735
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
$48.26/hr
Range: $45.97 – $50.57
Annual Rate
$100,394
Range: $95,613 – $105,175
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.78/hr
Range: $54.08 – $59.49
Annual Rate
$118,111
Range: $112,486 – $123,735
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.30/hr
Range: $62.19 – $68.41
Annual Rate
$135,828
Range: $129,359 – $142,295
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
