Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Massachusetts, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$59.90
87.2%Above national average
Range: $57.05 – $62.76
Average Annual Pay
$124,597
87.2%Above national average
Range: $118,664 – $130,530
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
$50.91/hr
Range: $48.49 – $53.35
Annual Rate
$105,907
Range: $100,864 – $110,951
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$59.90/hr
Range: $57.05 – $62.76
Annual Rate
$124,597
Range: $118,664 – $130,530
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$68.88/hr
Range: $65.61 – $72.17
Annual Rate
$143,287
Range: $136,464 – $150,110
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
