Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Tennessee, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$42.18
31.8%Above national average
Range: $40.17 – $44.19
Average Annual Pay
$87,731
31.8%Above national average
Range: $83,554 – $91,909
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
$35.85/hr
Range: $34.14 – $37.56
Annual Rate
$74,571
Range: $71,021 – $78,123
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$42.18/hr
Range: $40.17 – $44.19
Annual Rate
$87,731
Range: $83,554 – $91,909
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$48.51/hr
Range: $46.20 – $50.82
Annual Rate
$100,891
Range: $96,087 – $105,695
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
