Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$63.71
99.1%Above national average
Range: $60.68 – $66.75
Average Annual Pay
$132,525
99.1%Above national average
Range: $126,214 – $138,836
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
$54.15/hr
Range: $51.58 – $56.74
Annual Rate
$112,646
Range: $107,282 – $118,011
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$63.71/hr
Range: $60.68 – $66.75
Annual Rate
$132,525
Range: $126,214 – $138,836
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$73.27/hr
Range: $69.78 – $76.76
Annual Rate
$152,404
Range: $145,146 – $159,661
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
