Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$57.99
81.2%Above national average
Range: $55.23 – $60.75
Average Annual Pay
$120,622
81.2%Above national average
Range: $114,878 – $126,366
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
$49.29/hr
Range: $46.95 – $51.64
Annual Rate
$102,529
Range: $97,646 – $107,411
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$57.99/hr
Range: $55.23 – $60.75
Annual Rate
$120,622
Range: $114,878 – $126,366
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$66.69/hr
Range: $63.51 – $69.86
Annual Rate
$138,715
Range: $132,110 – $145,321
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
