Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$44.59
39.3%Above national average
Range: $42.47 – $46.72
Average Annual Pay
$92,754
39.3%Above national average
Range: $88,338 – $97,171
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
$37.90/hr
Range: $36.10 – $39.71
Annual Rate
$78,841
Range: $75,087 – $82,595
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.59/hr
Range: $42.47 – $46.72
Annual Rate
$92,754
Range: $88,338 – $97,171
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$51.28/hr
Range: $48.84 – $53.73
Annual Rate
$106,667
Range: $101,589 – $111,747
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
