Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Texarkana, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$35.15
9.8%Above national average
Range: $33.48 – $36.83
Average Annual Pay
$73,120
9.8%Above national average
Range: $69,638 – $76,602
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
$29.88/hr
Range: $28.46 – $31.31
Annual Rate
$62,152
Range: $59,192 – $65,112
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$35.15/hr
Range: $33.48 – $36.83
Annual Rate
$73,120
Range: $69,638 – $76,602
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.42/hr
Range: $38.50 – $42.35
Annual Rate
$84,088
Range: $80,084 – $88,092
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
