Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA
Average Hourly Pay
$64.98
103.1%Above national average
Range: $61.89 – $68.08
Average Annual Pay
$135,168
103.1%Above national average
Range: $128,731 – $141,604
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
$55.23/hr
Range: $52.61 – $57.87
Annual Rate
$114,893
Range: $109,421 – $120,363
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$64.98/hr
Range: $61.89 – $68.08
Annual Rate
$135,168
Range: $128,731 – $141,604
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$74.73/hr
Range: $71.17 – $78.29
Annual Rate
$155,443
Range: $148,041 – $162,845
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
