Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.18 – $33.20
Average Annual Pay
Range: $62,774 – $69,052
How much do Private Detectives and 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:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$26.94/hr
Range: $25.65 – $28.22
Annual Rate
$56,026
Range: $53,358 – $58,694
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$31.69/hr
Range: $30.18 – $33.20
Annual Rate
$65,913
Range: $62,774 – $69,052
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.44/hr
Range: $34.71 – $38.18
Annual Rate
$75,800
Range: $72,190 – $79,410
Private Detectives and Investigators job description
Private Detectives and Investigators professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience

