Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Average Hourly Pay
$37.65
17.7%Above national average
Range: $35.86 – $39.45
Average Annual Pay
$78,318
17.7%Above national average
Range: $74,589 – $82,048
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
$32.00/hr
Range: $30.48 – $33.53
Annual Rate
$66,570
Range: $63,401 – $69,741
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$37.65/hr
Range: $35.86 – $39.45
Annual Rate
$78,318
Range: $74,589 – $82,048
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$43.30/hr
Range: $41.24 – $45.37
Annual Rate
$90,066
Range: $85,777 – $94,355
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
