Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Wichita, KS
Average Hourly Pay
$42.62
33.2%Above national average
Range: $40.59 – $44.65
Average Annual Pay
$88,649
33.2%Above national average
Range: $84,427 – $92,870
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
$36.23/hr
Range: $34.50 – $37.95
Annual Rate
$75,352
Range: $71,763 – $78,940
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$42.62/hr
Range: $40.59 – $44.65
Annual Rate
$88,649
Range: $84,427 – $92,870
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$49.01/hr
Range: $46.68 – $51.35
Annual Rate
$101,946
Range: $97,091 – $106,800
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
