Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$29.74
7.1%Below national average
Range: $28.32 – $31.15
Average Annual Pay
$61,851
7.1%Below national average
Range: $58,906 – $64,796
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
$25.28/hr
Range: $24.07 – $26.48
Annual Rate
$52,573
Range: $50,070 – $55,077
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.74/hr
Range: $28.32 – $31.15
Annual Rate
$61,851
Range: $58,906 – $64,796
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.20/hr
Range: $32.57 – $35.82
Annual Rate
$71,129
Range: $67,742 – $74,515
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
