Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Savannah, GA
Average Hourly Pay
$42.56
33.0%Above national average
Range: $40.53 – $44.58
Average Annual Pay
$88,518
33.0%Above national average
Range: $84,302 – $92,733
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
$36.18/hr
Range: $34.45 – $37.89
Annual Rate
$75,240
Range: $71,657 – $78,823
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$42.56/hr
Range: $40.53 – $44.58
Annual Rate
$88,518
Range: $84,302 – $92,733
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$48.94/hr
Range: $46.61 – $51.27
Annual Rate
$101,796
Range: $96,947 – $106,643
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
