Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Roanoke, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$53.30
66.6%Above national average
Range: $50.76 – $55.84
Average Annual Pay
$110,860
66.6%Above national average
Range: $105,581 – $116,139
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
$45.30/hr
Range: $43.15 – $47.46
Annual Rate
$94,231
Range: $89,744 – $98,718
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$53.30/hr
Range: $50.76 – $55.84
Annual Rate
$110,860
Range: $105,581 – $116,139
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$61.29/hr
Range: $58.37 – $64.22
Annual Rate
$127,489
Range: $121,418 – $133,560
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
