Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Longview, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$30.63
4.3%Below national average
Range: $29.17 – $32.09
Average Annual Pay
$63,707
4.3%Below national average
Range: $60,674 – $66,741
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
$26.04/hr
Range: $24.79 – $27.28
Annual Rate
$54,151
Range: $51,573 – $56,730
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.63/hr
Range: $29.17 – $32.09
Annual Rate
$63,707
Range: $60,674 – $66,741
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.22/hr
Range: $33.55 – $36.90
Annual Rate
$73,263
Range: $69,775 – $76,752
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
