Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Salinas, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$62.66
95.8%Above national average
Range: $59.68 – $65.65
Average Annual Pay
$130,341
95.8%Above national average
Range: $124,134 – $136,548
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
$53.26/hr
Range: $50.73 – $55.80
Annual Rate
$110,790
Range: $105,514 – $116,066
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$62.66/hr
Range: $59.68 – $65.65
Annual Rate
$130,341
Range: $124,134 – $136,548
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$72.06/hr
Range: $68.63 – $75.50
Annual Rate
$149,892
Range: $142,754 – $157,030
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
