Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Wausau, WI
Average Hourly Pay
$43.34
35.4%Above national average
Range: $41.28 – $45.41
Average Annual Pay
$90,156
35.4%Above national average
Range: $85,862 – $94,449
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
$36.84/hr
Range: $35.09 – $38.60
Annual Rate
$76,633
Range: $72,983 – $80,282
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$43.34/hr
Range: $41.28 – $45.41
Annual Rate
$90,156
Range: $85,862 – $94,449
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$49.84/hr
Range: $47.47 – $52.22
Annual Rate
$103,679
Range: $98,741 – $108,616
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
