Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in State College, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$49.85
55.8%Above national average
Range: $47.48 – $52.23
Average Annual Pay
$103,696
55.8%Above national average
Range: $98,758 – $108,634
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
$42.37/hr
Range: $40.36 – $44.40
Annual Rate
$88,142
Range: $83,944 – $92,339
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.85/hr
Range: $47.48 – $52.23
Annual Rate
$103,696
Range: $98,758 – $108,634
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.33/hr
Range: $54.60 – $60.06
Annual Rate
$119,250
Range: $113,572 – $124,929
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
