Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Waco, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$41.37
29.3%Above national average
Range: $39.40 – $43.34
Average Annual Pay
$86,050
29.3%Above national average
Range: $81,952 – $90,147
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
$35.16/hr
Range: $33.49 – $36.84
Annual Rate
$73,143
Range: $69,659 – $76,625
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$41.37/hr
Range: $39.40 – $43.34
Annual Rate
$86,050
Range: $81,952 – $90,147
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$47.58/hr
Range: $45.31 – $49.84
Annual Rate
$98,957
Range: $94,245 – $103,669
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
