Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Hammond, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$41.23
28.8%Above national average
Range: $39.27 – $43.20
Average Annual Pay
$85,766
28.8%Above national average
Range: $81,682 – $89,850
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
$35.05/hr
Range: $33.38 – $36.72
Annual Rate
$72,901
Range: $69,430 – $76,373
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.23/hr
Range: $39.27 – $43.20
Annual Rate
$85,766
Range: $81,682 – $89,850
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.41/hr
Range: $45.16 – $49.68
Annual Rate
$98,631
Range: $93,934 – $103,327
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
