Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Reading, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$48.80
52.5%Above national average
Range: $46.48 – $51.13
Average Annual Pay
$101,512
52.5%Above national average
Range: $96,678 – $106,346
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
$41.48/hr
Range: $39.51 – $43.46
Annual Rate
$86,285
Range: $82,176 – $90,394
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.80/hr
Range: $46.48 – $51.13
Annual Rate
$101,512
Range: $96,678 – $106,346
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.12/hr
Range: $53.45 – $58.80
Annual Rate
$116,739
Range: $111,180 – $122,298
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
