Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Slidell-Mandeville-Covington, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$36.75
14.8%Above national average
Range: $35.00 – $38.50
Average Annual Pay
$76,440
14.8%Above national average
Range: $72,800 – $80,080
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
$31.24/hr
Range: $29.75 – $32.73
Annual Rate
$64,974
Range: $61,880 – $68,068
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.75/hr
Range: $35.00 – $38.50
Annual Rate
$76,440
Range: $72,800 – $80,080
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$42.26/hr
Range: $40.25 – $44.27
Annual Rate
$87,906
Range: $83,720 – $92,092
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
