Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Maryland, MD
Average Hourly Pay
$64.54
101.7%Above national average
Range: $61.47 – $67.62
Average Annual Pay
$134,250
101.7%Above national average
Range: $127,858 – $140,643
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
$54.86/hr
Range: $52.25 – $57.48
Annual Rate
$114,113
Range: $108,679 – $119,547
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$64.54/hr
Range: $61.47 – $67.62
Annual Rate
$134,250
Range: $127,858 – $140,643
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$74.22/hr
Range: $70.69 – $77.76
Annual Rate
$154,388
Range: $147,037 – $161,739
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
