Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Santa Fe, NM
Average Hourly Pay
$39.23
22.6%Above national average
Range: $37.36 – $41.10
Average Annual Pay
$81,594
22.6%Above national average
Range: $77,709 – $85,480
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
$33.35/hr
Range: $31.76 – $34.94
Annual Rate
$69,355
Range: $66,053 – $72,658
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.23/hr
Range: $37.36 – $41.10
Annual Rate
$81,594
Range: $77,709 – $85,480
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$45.11/hr
Range: $42.96 – $47.27
Annual Rate
$93,833
Range: $89,365 – $98,302
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
