Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$46.56
45.5%Above national average
Range: $44.34 – $48.77
Average Annual Pay
$96,839
45.5%Above national average
Range: $92,227 – $101,450
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
$39.58/hr
Range: $37.69 – $41.45
Annual Rate
$82,313
Range: $78,393 – $86,233
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$46.56/hr
Range: $44.34 – $48.77
Annual Rate
$96,839
Range: $92,227 – $101,450
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$53.54/hr
Range: $50.99 – $56.09
Annual Rate
$111,365
Range: $106,061 – $116,667
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
