Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Average Hourly Pay
$50.66
58.3%Above national average
Range: $48.25 – $53.08
Average Annual Pay
$105,378
58.3%Above national average
Range: $100,360 – $110,396
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
$43.06/hr
Range: $41.01 – $45.12
Annual Rate
$89,571
Range: $85,306 – $93,837
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$50.66/hr
Range: $48.25 – $53.08
Annual Rate
$105,378
Range: $100,360 – $110,396
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$58.26/hr
Range: $55.49 – $61.04
Annual Rate
$121,185
Range: $115,414 – $126,955
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
