Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Knoxville, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$45.90
43.4%Above national average
Range: $43.71 – $48.08
Average Annual Pay
$95,463
43.4%Above national average
Range: $90,917 – $100,008
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
$39.02/hr
Range: $37.15 – $40.87
Annual Rate
$81,144
Range: $77,279 – $85,007
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.90/hr
Range: $43.71 – $48.08
Annual Rate
$95,463
Range: $90,917 – $100,008
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.78/hr
Range: $50.27 – $55.29
Annual Rate
$109,782
Range: $104,555 – $115,009
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
