Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$49.59
55.0%Above national average
Range: $47.23 – $51.95
Average Annual Pay
$103,150
55.0%Above national average
Range: $98,238 – $108,062
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
$42.15/hr
Range: $40.15 – $44.16
Annual Rate
$87,678
Range: $83,502 – $91,853
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.59/hr
Range: $47.23 – $51.95
Annual Rate
$103,150
Range: $98,238 – $108,062
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$57.03/hr
Range: $54.31 – $59.74
Annual Rate
$118,622
Range: $112,974 – $124,271
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
