Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Killeen-Temple, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$35.81
11.9%Above national average
Range: $34.10 – $37.51
Average Annual Pay
$74,474
11.9%Above national average
Range: $70,928 – $78,021
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
$30.44/hr
Range: $28.98 – $31.88
Annual Rate
$63,303
Range: $60,289 – $66,318
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.81/hr
Range: $34.10 – $37.51
Annual Rate
$74,474
Range: $70,928 – $78,021
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.18/hr
Range: $39.21 – $43.14
Annual Rate
$85,645
Range: $81,567 – $89,724
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
