Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Syracuse, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$48.34
51.1%Above national average
Range: $46.04 – $50.64
Average Annual Pay
$100,551
51.1%Above national average
Range: $95,763 – $105,340
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
$41.09/hr
Range: $39.13 – $43.04
Annual Rate
$85,468
Range: $81,399 – $89,539
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$48.34/hr
Range: $46.04 – $50.64
Annual Rate
$100,551
Range: $95,763 – $105,340
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$55.59/hr
Range: $52.95 – $58.24
Annual Rate
$115,634
Range: $110,127 – $121,141
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
