Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in West Virginia, WV
Average Hourly Pay
$51.45
60.8%Above national average
Range: $49.00 – $53.90
Average Annual Pay
$107,016
60.8%Above national average
Range: $101,920 – $112,112
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
$43.73/hr
Range: $41.65 – $45.81
Annual Rate
$90,964
Range: $86,632 – $95,295
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$51.45/hr
Range: $49.00 – $53.90
Annual Rate
$107,016
Range: $101,920 – $112,112
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$59.17/hr
Range: $56.35 – $61.98
Annual Rate
$123,068
Range: $117,208 – $128,929
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
