Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$25.90
19.1%Below national average
Range: $24.67 – $27.14
Average Annual Pay
$53,879
19.1%Below national average
Range: $51,314 – $56,445
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
$22.01/hr
Range: $20.97 – $23.07
Annual Rate
$45,797
Range: $43,617 – $47,978
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.90/hr
Range: $24.67 – $27.14
Annual Rate
$53,879
Range: $51,314 – $56,445
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.78/hr
Range: $28.37 – $31.21
Annual Rate
$61,961
Range: $59,011 – $64,912
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
