Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$26.81
16.2%Below national average
Range: $25.53 – $28.08
Average Annual Pay
$55,758
16.2%Below national average
Range: $53,102 – $58,413
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
$22.79/hr
Range: $21.70 – $23.87
Annual Rate
$47,394
Range: $45,137 – $49,651
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.81/hr
Range: $25.53 – $28.08
Annual Rate
$55,758
Range: $53,102 – $58,413
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.83/hr
Range: $29.36 – $32.29
Annual Rate
$64,122
Range: $61,067 – $67,175
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
