Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Trenton-Princeton, NJ
Average Hourly Pay
$56.95
78.0%Above national average
Range: $54.24 – $59.66
Average Annual Pay
$118,460
78.0%Above national average
Range: $112,819 – $124,101
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
$48.41/hr
Range: $46.10 – $50.71
Annual Rate
$100,691
Range: $95,896 – $105,486
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$56.95/hr
Range: $54.24 – $59.66
Annual Rate
$118,460
Range: $112,819 – $124,101
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$65.49/hr
Range: $62.38 – $68.61
Annual Rate
$136,229
Range: $129,742 – $142,716
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
