Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$69.84
118.3%Above national average
Range: $66.51 – $73.16
Average Annual Pay
$145,258
118.3%Above national average
Range: $138,341 – $152,175
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
$59.36/hr
Range: $56.53 – $62.19
Annual Rate
$123,469
Range: $117,590 – $129,349
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$69.84/hr
Range: $66.51 – $73.16
Annual Rate
$145,258
Range: $138,341 – $152,175
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$80.32/hr
Range: $76.49 – $84.13
Annual Rate
$167,047
Range: $159,092 – $175,001
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
