Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR
Average Hourly Pay
$62.90
96.6%Above national average
Range: $59.90 – $65.89
Average Annual Pay
$130,822
96.6%Above national average
Range: $124,592 – $137,051
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
$53.46/hr
Range: $50.91 – $56.01
Annual Rate
$111,199
Range: $105,903 – $116,493
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$62.90/hr
Range: $59.90 – $65.89
Annual Rate
$130,822
Range: $124,592 – $137,051
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$72.33/hr
Range: $68.88 – $75.77
Annual Rate
$150,445
Range: $143,281 – $157,609
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
