Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$23.97
25.1%Below national average
Range: $22.83 – $25.11
Average Annual Pay
$49,861
25.1%Below national average
Range: $47,486 – $52,235
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:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$20.37/hr
Range: $19.41 – $21.34
Annual Rate
$42,382
Range: $40,363 – $44,400
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.97/hr
Range: $22.83 – $25.11
Annual Rate
$49,861
Range: $47,486 – $52,235
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.57/hr
Range: $26.25 – $28.88
Annual Rate
$57,340
Range: $54,609 – $60,070
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.
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
