Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD
Average Hourly Pay
$67.33
110.4%Above national average
Range: $64.12 – $70.53
Average Annual Pay
$140,038
110.4%Above national average
Range: $133,370 – $146,707
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
$57.23/hr
Range: $54.50 – $59.95
Annual Rate
$119,032
Range: $113,365 – $124,701
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$67.33/hr
Range: $64.12 – $70.53
Annual Rate
$140,038
Range: $133,370 – $146,707
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$77.43/hr
Range: $73.74 – $81.11
Annual Rate
$161,044
Range: $153,376 – $168,713
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
