Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in St. Louis, MO
Average Hourly Pay
$49.17
53.7%Above national average
Range: $46.83 – $51.51
Average Annual Pay
$102,277
53.7%Above national average
Range: $97,406 – $107,147
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
$41.79/hr
Range: $39.81 – $43.78
Annual Rate
$86,935
Range: $82,795 – $91,075
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.17/hr
Range: $46.83 – $51.51
Annual Rate
$102,277
Range: $97,406 – $107,147
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.55/hr
Range: $53.85 – $59.24
Annual Rate
$117,619
Range: $112,017 – $123,219
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
