Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Maine, ME
Average Hourly Pay
$45.51
42.2%Above national average
Range: $43.34 – $47.67
Average Annual Pay
$94,655
42.2%Above national average
Range: $90,147 – $99,162
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
$38.68/hr
Range: $36.84 – $40.52
Annual Rate
$80,457
Range: $76,625 – $84,288
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.51/hr
Range: $43.34 – $47.67
Annual Rate
$94,655
Range: $90,147 – $99,162
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.34/hr
Range: $49.84 – $54.82
Annual Rate
$108,853
Range: $103,669 – $114,036
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
