Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Pittsburgh, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$50.24
57.0%Above national average
Range: $47.85 – $52.64
Average Annual Pay
$104,504
57.0%Above national average
Range: $99,528 – $109,481
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
$42.70/hr
Range: $40.67 – $44.74
Annual Rate
$88,828
Range: $84,599 – $93,059
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$50.24/hr
Range: $47.85 – $52.64
Annual Rate
$104,504
Range: $99,528 – $109,481
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.78/hr
Range: $55.03 – $60.54
Annual Rate
$120,180
Range: $114,457 – $125,903
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
