Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$60.49
89.0%Above national average
Range: $57.61 – $63.37
Average Annual Pay
$125,820
89.0%Above national average
Range: $119,829 – $131,812
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
$51.42/hr
Range: $48.97 – $53.86
Annual Rate
$106,947
Range: $101,855 – $112,040
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$60.49/hr
Range: $57.61 – $63.37
Annual Rate
$125,820
Range: $119,829 – $131,812
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$69.56/hr
Range: $66.25 – $72.88
Annual Rate
$144,693
Range: $137,803 – $151,584
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
