Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in South Carolina, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$38.92
21.6%Above national average
Range: $37.07 – $40.78
Average Annual Pay
$80,961
21.6%Above national average
Range: $77,106 – $84,816
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
$33.08/hr
Range: $31.51 – $34.66
Annual Rate
$68,817
Range: $65,540 – $72,094
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.92/hr
Range: $37.07 – $40.78
Annual Rate
$80,961
Range: $77,106 – $84,816
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.76/hr
Range: $42.63 – $46.90
Annual Rate
$93,105
Range: $88,672 – $97,538
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
