Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT
Average Hourly Pay
$48.83
52.6%Above national average
Range: $46.50 – $51.15
Average Annual Pay
$101,556
52.6%Above national average
Range: $96,720 – $106,392
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
$41.51/hr
Range: $39.52 – $43.48
Annual Rate
$86,323
Range: $82,212 – $90,433
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.83/hr
Range: $46.50 – $51.15
Annual Rate
$101,556
Range: $96,720 – $106,392
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.15/hr
Range: $53.47 – $58.82
Annual Rate
$116,789
Range: $111,228 – $122,351
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
