Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$45.32
41.6%Above national average
Range: $43.16 – $47.48
Average Annual Pay
$94,261
41.6%Above national average
Range: $89,773 – $98,750
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
$38.52/hr
Range: $36.69 – $40.36
Annual Rate
$80,122
Range: $76,307 – $83,938
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.32/hr
Range: $43.16 – $47.48
Annual Rate
$94,261
Range: $89,773 – $98,750
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.12/hr
Range: $49.63 – $54.60
Annual Rate
$108,400
Range: $103,239 – $113,562
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
