Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in North Carolina, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$38.02
18.8%Above national average
Range: $36.21 – $39.83
Average Annual Pay
$79,083
18.8%Above national average
Range: $75,317 – $82,848
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
$32.32/hr
Range: $30.78 – $33.86
Annual Rate
$67,221
Range: $64,019 – $70,421
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.02/hr
Range: $36.21 – $39.83
Annual Rate
$79,083
Range: $75,317 – $82,848
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$43.72/hr
Range: $41.64 – $45.80
Annual Rate
$90,945
Range: $86,615 – $95,275
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
