Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Sioux Falls, SD
Average Hourly Pay
$56.76
77.4%Above national average
Range: $54.06 – $59.47
Average Annual Pay
$118,067
77.4%Above national average
Range: $112,445 – $123,689
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
$48.25/hr
Range: $45.95 – $50.55
Annual Rate
$100,357
Range: $95,578 – $105,136
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.76/hr
Range: $54.06 – $59.47
Annual Rate
$118,067
Range: $112,445 – $123,689
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.27/hr
Range: $62.17 – $68.39
Annual Rate
$135,777
Range: $129,312 – $142,242
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
