Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in New Jersey, NJ
Average Hourly Pay
$58.95
84.2%Above national average
Range: $56.14 – $61.75
Average Annual Pay
$122,610
84.2%Above national average
Range: $116,771 – $128,448
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
$50.11/hr
Range: $47.72 – $52.49
Annual Rate
$104,219
Range: $99,255 – $109,181
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$58.95/hr
Range: $56.14 – $61.75
Annual Rate
$122,610
Range: $116,771 – $128,448
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$67.79/hr
Range: $64.56 – $71.01
Annual Rate
$141,002
Range: $134,287 – $147,715
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
