Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Laredo, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$48.55
51.7%Above national average
Range: $46.24 – $50.86
Average Annual Pay
$100,988
51.7%Above national average
Range: $96,179 – $105,797
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
$41.27/hr
Range: $39.30 – $43.23
Annual Rate
$85,840
Range: $81,752 – $89,927
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.55/hr
Range: $46.24 – $50.86
Annual Rate
$100,988
Range: $96,179 – $105,797
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$55.83/hr
Range: $53.18 – $58.49
Annual Rate
$116,136
Range: $110,606 – $121,667
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
