Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$47.59
48.7%Above national average
Range: $45.32 – $49.85
Average Annual Pay
$98,979
48.7%Above national average
Range: $94,266 – $103,692
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
$40.45/hr
Range: $38.52 – $42.37
Annual Rate
$84,132
Range: $80,126 – $88,138
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.59/hr
Range: $45.32 – $49.85
Annual Rate
$98,979
Range: $94,266 – $103,692
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.73/hr
Range: $52.12 – $57.33
Annual Rate
$113,826
Range: $108,406 – $119,246
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
