Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Pennsylvania, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$51.51
61.0%Above national average
Range: $49.06 – $53.97
Average Annual Pay
$107,147
61.0%Above national average
Range: $102,045 – $112,249
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
$43.78/hr
Range: $41.70 – $45.87
Annual Rate
$91,075
Range: $86,738 – $95,412
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$51.51/hr
Range: $49.06 – $53.97
Annual Rate
$107,147
Range: $102,045 – $112,249
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$59.24/hr
Range: $56.42 – $62.07
Annual Rate
$123,219
Range: $117,352 – $129,086
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
