Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Wisconsin, WI
Average Hourly Pay
$46.92
46.6%Above national average
Range: $44.69 – $49.16
Average Annual Pay
$97,603
46.6%Above national average
Range: $92,955 – $102,251
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
$39.88/hr
Range: $37.99 – $41.79
Annual Rate
$82,963
Range: $79,012 – $86,913
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$46.92/hr
Range: $44.69 – $49.16
Annual Rate
$97,603
Range: $92,955 – $102,251
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$53.96/hr
Range: $51.39 – $56.53
Annual Rate
$112,243
Range: $106,898 – $117,589
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
