Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$45.03
40.7%Above national average
Range: $42.89 – $47.18
Average Annual Pay
$93,672
40.7%Above national average
Range: $89,211 – $98,132
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
$38.28/hr
Range: $36.46 – $40.10
Annual Rate
$79,621
Range: $75,829 – $83,412
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.03/hr
Range: $42.89 – $47.18
Annual Rate
$93,672
Range: $89,211 – $98,132
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.78/hr
Range: $49.32 – $54.26
Annual Rate
$107,723
Range: $102,593 – $112,852
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
