Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Sherman-Denison, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$41.81
30.7%Above national average
Range: $39.82 – $43.80
Average Annual Pay
$86,967
30.7%Above national average
Range: $82,826 – $91,108
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
$35.54/hr
Range: $33.85 – $37.23
Annual Rate
$73,922
Range: $70,402 – $77,442
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.81/hr
Range: $39.82 – $43.80
Annual Rate
$86,967
Range: $82,826 – $91,108
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$48.08/hr
Range: $45.79 – $50.37
Annual Rate
$100,012
Range: $95,250 – $104,774
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
