Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Great Falls, MT
Average Hourly Pay
$57.19
78.7%Above national average
Range: $54.47 – $59.92
Average Annual Pay
$118,962
78.7%Above national average
Range: $113,298 – $124,627
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
$48.61/hr
Range: $46.30 – $50.93
Annual Rate
$101,118
Range: $96,303 – $105,933
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$57.19/hr
Range: $54.47 – $59.92
Annual Rate
$118,962
Range: $113,298 – $124,627
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.77/hr
Range: $62.64 – $68.91
Annual Rate
$136,806
Range: $130,293 – $143,321
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
