Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$64.28
100.9%Above national average
Range: $61.22 – $67.34
Average Annual Pay
$133,704
100.9%Above national average
Range: $127,338 – $140,071
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
$54.64/hr
Range: $52.04 – $57.24
Annual Rate
$113,648
Range: $108,237 – $119,060
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$64.28/hr
Range: $61.22 – $67.34
Annual Rate
$133,704
Range: $127,338 – $140,071
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$73.92/hr
Range: $70.40 – $77.44
Annual Rate
$153,760
Range: $146,439 – $161,082
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
