Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Michigan City-La Porte, IN
Average Hourly Pay
$30.86
3.6%Below national average
Range: $29.39 – $32.33
Average Annual Pay
$64,188
3.6%Below national average
Range: $61,131 – $67,244
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
$26.23/hr
Range: $24.98 – $27.48
Annual Rate
$54,560
Range: $51,961 – $57,157
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.86/hr
Range: $29.39 – $32.33
Annual Rate
$64,188
Range: $61,131 – $67,244
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$35.49/hr
Range: $33.80 – $37.18
Annual Rate
$73,816
Range: $70,301 – $77,331
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
