Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$56.71
77.2%Above national average
Range: $54.01 – $59.41
Average Annual Pay
$117,958
77.2%Above national average
Range: $112,341 – $123,575
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
$48.20/hr
Range: $45.91 – $50.50
Annual Rate
$100,264
Range: $95,490 – $105,039
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.71/hr
Range: $54.01 – $59.41
Annual Rate
$117,958
Range: $112,341 – $123,575
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.22/hr
Range: $62.11 – $68.32
Annual Rate
$135,652
Range: $129,192 – $142,111
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
