Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Salem, OR
Average Hourly Pay
$51.30
60.3%Above national average
Range: $48.86 – $53.75
Average Annual Pay
$106,710
60.3%Above national average
Range: $101,629 – $111,792
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
$43.60/hr
Range: $41.53 – $45.69
Annual Rate
$90,704
Range: $86,385 – $95,023
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$51.30/hr
Range: $48.86 – $53.75
Annual Rate
$106,710
Range: $101,629 – $111,792
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$58.99/hr
Range: $56.19 – $61.81
Annual Rate
$122,716
Range: $116,873 – $128,561
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
