Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Lexington-Fayette, KY
Average Hourly Pay
$50.95
59.2%Above national average
Range: $48.52 – $53.37
Average Annual Pay
$105,968
59.2%Above national average
Range: $100,922 – $111,014
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
$43.31/hr
Range: $41.24 – $45.36
Annual Rate
$90,073
Range: $85,784 – $94,362
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$50.95/hr
Range: $48.52 – $53.37
Annual Rate
$105,968
Range: $100,922 – $111,014
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$58.59/hr
Range: $55.80 – $61.38
Annual Rate
$121,863
Range: $116,060 – $127,666
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
