Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$45.76
43.0%Above national average
Range: $43.58 – $47.94
Average Annual Pay
$95,179
43.0%Above national average
Range: $90,646 – $99,711
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
$38.90/hr
Range: $37.04 – $40.75
Annual Rate
$80,902
Range: $77,049 – $84,754
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.76/hr
Range: $43.58 – $47.94
Annual Rate
$95,179
Range: $90,646 – $99,711
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.62/hr
Range: $50.12 – $55.13
Annual Rate
$109,456
Range: $104,243 – $114,668
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
