Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$57.56
79.9%Above national average
Range: $54.82 – $60.30
Average Annual Pay
$119,727
79.9%Above national average
Range: $114,026 – $125,428
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
$48.93/hr
Range: $46.60 – $51.25
Annual Rate
$101,768
Range: $96,922 – $106,614
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$57.56/hr
Range: $54.82 – $60.30
Annual Rate
$119,727
Range: $114,026 – $125,428
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$66.19/hr
Range: $63.04 – $69.34
Annual Rate
$137,686
Range: $131,130 – $144,242
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
