Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Nebraska
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.92 – $29.34
Average Annual Pay
Range: $55,994 – $61,027
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
$23.91/hr
Range: $22.88 – $24.94
Annual Rate
$49,734
Range: $47,595 – $51,873
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.13/hr
Range: $26.92 – $29.34
Annual Rate
$58,510
Range: $55,994 – $61,027
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.35/hr
Range: $30.96 – $33.74
Annual Rate
$67,287
Range: $64,393 – $70,181
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

