Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$42.30
32.2%Above national average
Range: $40.29 – $44.32
Average Annual Pay
$87,993
32.2%Above national average
Range: $83,803 – $92,184
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
$35.95/hr
Range: $34.25 – $37.67
Annual Rate
$74,794
Range: $71,233 – $78,356
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$42.30/hr
Range: $40.29 – $44.32
Annual Rate
$87,993
Range: $83,803 – $92,184
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$48.64/hr
Range: $46.33 – $50.97
Annual Rate
$101,192
Range: $96,373 – $106,012
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
