Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Kennewick-Richland, WA
Average Hourly Pay
$56.11
75.3%Above national average
Range: $53.44 – $58.78
Average Annual Pay
$116,713
75.3%Above national average
Range: $111,155 – $122,271
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
$47.69/hr
Range: $45.42 – $49.96
Annual Rate
$99,206
Range: $94,482 – $103,930
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.11/hr
Range: $53.44 – $58.78
Annual Rate
$116,713
Range: $111,155 – $122,271
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$64.53/hr
Range: $61.46 – $67.60
Annual Rate
$134,220
Range: $127,828 – $140,612
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
