Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Sumter, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$28.90
9.7%Below national average
Range: $27.52 – $30.27
Average Annual Pay
$60,104
9.7%Below national average
Range: $57,242 – $62,966
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
$24.56/hr
Range: $23.39 – $25.73
Annual Rate
$51,088
Range: $48,656 – $53,521
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.90/hr
Range: $27.52 – $30.27
Annual Rate
$60,104
Range: $57,242 – $62,966
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.23/hr
Range: $31.65 – $34.81
Annual Rate
$69,120
Range: $65,828 – $72,411
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
