Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$38.45
20.2%Above national average
Range: $36.62 – $40.28
Average Annual Pay
$79,978
20.2%Above national average
Range: $76,170 – $83,787
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
$32.68/hr
Range: $31.13 – $34.24
Annual Rate
$67,981
Range: $64,745 – $71,219
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.45/hr
Range: $36.62 – $40.28
Annual Rate
$79,978
Range: $76,170 – $83,787
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.22/hr
Range: $42.11 – $46.32
Annual Rate
$91,975
Range: $87,596 – $96,355
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
