Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Utah, UT
Average Hourly Pay
$44.32
38.5%Above national average
Range: $42.21 – $46.43
Average Annual Pay
$92,187
38.5%Above national average
Range: $87,797 – $96,576
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
$37.67/hr
Range: $35.88 – $39.47
Annual Rate
$78,359
Range: $74,627 – $82,090
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$44.32/hr
Range: $42.21 – $46.43
Annual Rate
$92,187
Range: $87,797 – $96,576
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$50.97/hr
Range: $48.54 – $53.39
Annual Rate
$106,015
Range: $100,967 – $111,062
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
