Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Springfield, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$64.94
102.9%Above national average
Range: $61.85 – $68.04
Average Annual Pay
$135,080
102.9%Above national average
Range: $128,648 – $141,513
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
$55.20/hr
Range: $52.57 – $57.83
Annual Rate
$114,818
Range: $109,351 – $120,286
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$64.94/hr
Range: $61.85 – $68.04
Annual Rate
$135,080
Range: $128,648 – $141,513
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$74.68/hr
Range: $71.13 – $78.25
Annual Rate
$155,342
Range: $147,945 – $162,740
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
