Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$57.72
80.4%Above national average
Range: $54.97 – $60.47
Average Annual Pay
$120,054
80.4%Above national average
Range: $114,338 – $125,771
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
$49.06/hr
Range: $46.72 – $51.40
Annual Rate
$102,046
Range: $97,187 – $106,905
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$57.72/hr
Range: $54.97 – $60.47
Annual Rate
$120,054
Range: $114,338 – $125,771
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$66.38/hr
Range: $63.22 – $69.54
Annual Rate
$138,062
Range: $131,489 – $144,637
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
