Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Kansas City, MO
Average Hourly Pay
$47.18
47.4%Above national average
Range: $44.93 – $49.42
Average Annual Pay
$98,127
47.4%Above national average
Range: $93,454 – $102,800
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
$40.10/hr
Range: $38.19 – $42.01
Annual Rate
$83,408
Range: $79,436 – $87,380
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.18/hr
Range: $44.93 – $49.42
Annual Rate
$98,127
Range: $93,454 – $102,800
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.26/hr
Range: $51.67 – $56.83
Annual Rate
$112,846
Range: $107,472 – $118,220
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
