Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in New York, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$52.96
65.5%Above national average
Range: $51.10 – $54.82
Average Annual Pay
$110,157
65.5%Above national average
Range: $106,288 – $114,026
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
$45.02/hr
Range: $43.44 – $46.60
Annual Rate
$93,633
Range: $90,345 – $96,922
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$52.96/hr
Range: $51.10 – $54.82
Annual Rate
$110,157
Range: $106,288 – $114,026
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$60.90/hr
Range: $58.77 – $63.04
Annual Rate
$126,681
Range: $122,231 – $131,130
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
