Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Port St. Lucie, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$47.20
47.5%Above national average
Range: $44.95 – $49.45
Average Annual Pay
$98,171
47.5%Above national average
Range: $93,496 – $102,846
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
$40.12/hr
Range: $38.21 – $42.03
Annual Rate
$83,445
Range: $79,472 – $87,419
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.20/hr
Range: $44.95 – $49.45
Annual Rate
$98,171
Range: $93,496 – $102,846
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.28/hr
Range: $51.69 – $56.87
Annual Rate
$112,897
Range: $107,520 – $118,273
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
