Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Kingsport-Bristol, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$44.50
39.1%Above national average
Range: $42.38 – $46.62
Average Annual Pay
$92,558
39.1%Above national average
Range: $88,150 – $96,965
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
$37.82/hr
Range: $36.02 – $39.63
Annual Rate
$78,674
Range: $74,928 – $82,420
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.50/hr
Range: $42.38 – $46.62
Annual Rate
$92,558
Range: $88,150 – $96,965
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.17/hr
Range: $48.74 – $53.61
Annual Rate
$106,442
Range: $101,372 – $111,510
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
