Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$47.02
46.9%Above national average
Range: $44.78 – $49.26
Average Annual Pay
$97,800
46.9%Above national average
Range: $93,142 – $102,457
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
$39.97/hr
Range: $38.06 – $41.87
Annual Rate
$83,130
Range: $79,171 – $87,088
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.02/hr
Range: $44.78 – $49.26
Annual Rate
$97,800
Range: $93,142 – $102,457
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.07/hr
Range: $51.50 – $56.65
Annual Rate
$112,470
Range: $107,113 – $117,826
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
