Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Winston-Salem, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$31.64
1.1%Below national average
Range: $30.13 – $33.14
Average Annual Pay
$65,804
1.1%Below national average
Range: $62,670 – $68,937
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
$26.89/hr
Range: $25.61 – $28.17
Annual Rate
$55,933
Range: $53,270 – $58,596
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.64/hr
Range: $30.13 – $33.14
Annual Rate
$65,804
Range: $62,670 – $68,937
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.39/hr
Range: $34.65 – $38.11
Annual Rate
$75,675
Range: $72,071 – $79,278
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
