Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Victoria, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$32.99
3.1%Above national average
Range: $31.42 – $34.56
Average Annual Pay
$68,621
3.1%Above national average
Range: $65,354 – $71,889
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
$28.04/hr
Range: $26.71 – $29.38
Annual Rate
$58,328
Range: $55,551 – $61,106
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.99/hr
Range: $31.42 – $34.56
Annual Rate
$68,621
Range: $65,354 – $71,889
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.94/hr
Range: $36.13 – $39.74
Annual Rate
$78,914
Range: $75,157 – $82,672
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
