Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$71.66
123.9%Above national average
Range: $68.25 – $75.08
Average Annual Pay
$149,058
123.9%Above national average
Range: $141,960 – $156,156
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
$60.91/hr
Range: $58.01 – $63.82
Annual Rate
$126,699
Range: $120,666 – $132,733
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$71.66/hr
Range: $68.25 – $75.08
Annual Rate
$149,058
Range: $141,960 – $156,156
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$82.41/hr
Range: $78.49 – $86.34
Annual Rate
$171,417
Range: $163,254 – $179,579
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
