Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$43.40
35.6%Above national average
Range: $41.33 – $45.46
Average Annual Pay
$90,265
35.6%Above national average
Range: $85,966 – $94,563
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
$36.89/hr
Range: $35.13 – $38.64
Annual Rate
$76,725
Range: $73,071 – $80,379
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$43.40/hr
Range: $41.33 – $45.46
Annual Rate
$90,265
Range: $85,966 – $94,563
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$49.91/hr
Range: $47.53 – $52.28
Annual Rate
$103,805
Range: $98,861 – $108,747
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
