Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Gulfport-Biloxi, MS
Average Hourly Pay
$41.36
29.3%Above national average
Range: $39.39 – $43.33
Average Annual Pay
$86,028
29.3%Above national average
Range: $81,931 – $90,124
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
$35.16/hr
Range: $33.48 – $36.83
Annual Rate
$73,124
Range: $69,641 – $76,605
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.36/hr
Range: $39.39 – $43.33
Annual Rate
$86,028
Range: $81,931 – $90,124
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.56/hr
Range: $45.30 – $49.83
Annual Rate
$98,932
Range: $94,221 – $103,643
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
