Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Odessa, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$32.14
0.4%Above national average
Range: $30.61 – $33.67
Average Annual Pay
$66,852
0.4%Above national average
Range: $63,669 – $70,036
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
$27.32/hr
Range: $26.02 – $28.62
Annual Rate
$56,824
Range: $54,119 – $59,531
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.14/hr
Range: $30.61 – $33.67
Annual Rate
$66,852
Range: $63,669 – $70,036
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.96/hr
Range: $35.20 – $38.72
Annual Rate
$76,880
Range: $73,219 – $80,541
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
