Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Montgomery, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$39.70
24.1%Above national average
Range: $37.81 – $41.59
Average Annual Pay
$82,577
24.1%Above national average
Range: $78,645 – $86,509
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
$33.75/hr
Range: $32.14 – $35.35
Annual Rate
$70,190
Range: $66,848 – $73,533
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.70/hr
Range: $37.81 – $41.59
Annual Rate
$82,577
Range: $78,645 – $86,509
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$45.66/hr
Range: $43.48 – $47.83
Annual Rate
$94,964
Range: $90,442 – $99,485
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
