Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN
Average Hourly Pay
$47.23
47.6%Above national average
Range: $44.98 – $49.48
Average Annual Pay
$98,236
47.6%Above national average
Range: $93,558 – $102,914
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
$40.15/hr
Range: $38.23 – $42.06
Annual Rate
$83,501
Range: $79,524 – $87,477
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.23/hr
Range: $44.98 – $49.48
Annual Rate
$98,236
Range: $93,558 – $102,914
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.31/hr
Range: $51.73 – $56.90
Annual Rate
$112,971
Range: $107,592 – $118,351
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
