Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Waterbury-Shelton, CT
Average Hourly Pay
$47.64
48.9%Above national average
Range: $45.37 – $49.91
Average Annual Pay
$99,088
48.9%Above national average
Range: $94,370 – $103,807
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
$40.49/hr
Range: $38.56 – $42.42
Annual Rate
$84,225
Range: $80,215 – $88,236
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.64/hr
Range: $45.37 – $49.91
Annual Rate
$99,088
Range: $94,370 – $103,807
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.79/hr
Range: $52.18 – $57.40
Annual Rate
$113,951
Range: $108,525 – $119,378
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
