Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$68.27
113.3%Above national average
Range: $65.02 – $71.52
Average Annual Pay
$142,004
113.3%Above national average
Range: $135,242 – $148,766
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
$58.03/hr
Range: $55.27 – $60.79
Annual Rate
$120,703
Range: $114,956 – $126,451
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$68.27/hr
Range: $65.02 – $71.52
Annual Rate
$142,004
Range: $135,242 – $148,766
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$78.51/hr
Range: $74.77 – $82.25
Annual Rate
$163,305
Range: $155,528 – $171,081
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
