Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Topeka, KS
Average Hourly Pay
$29.73
7.1%Below national average
Range: $28.31 – $31.14
Average Annual Pay
$61,829
7.1%Below national average
Range: $58,885 – $64,773
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
$25.27/hr
Range: $24.06 – $26.47
Annual Rate
$52,555
Range: $50,052 – $55,057
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.73/hr
Range: $28.31 – $31.14
Annual Rate
$61,829
Range: $58,885 – $64,773
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.19/hr
Range: $32.56 – $35.81
Annual Rate
$71,103
Range: $67,718 – $74,489
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
