Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$31.05
3.0%Below national average
Range: $29.57 – $32.53
Average Annual Pay
$64,581
3.0%Below national average
Range: $61,506 – $67,656
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
$26.39/hr
Range: $25.13 – $27.65
Annual Rate
$54,894
Range: $52,280 – $57,508
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.05/hr
Range: $29.57 – $32.53
Annual Rate
$64,581
Range: $61,506 – $67,656
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.71/hr
Range: $34.01 – $37.41
Annual Rate
$74,268
Range: $70,732 – $77,804
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
