Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Rapid City, SD
Average Hourly Pay
$45.33
41.7%Above national average
Range: $43.17 – $47.49
Average Annual Pay
$94,283
41.7%Above national average
Range: $89,794 – $98,773
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
$38.53/hr
Range: $36.69 – $40.37
Annual Rate
$80,141
Range: $76,325 – $83,957
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.33/hr
Range: $43.17 – $47.49
Annual Rate
$94,283
Range: $89,794 – $98,773
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.13/hr
Range: $49.65 – $54.61
Annual Rate
$108,425
Range: $103,263 – $113,589
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
