Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$30.04
6.1%Below national average
Range: $28.61 – $31.47
Average Annual Pay
$62,484
6.1%Below national average
Range: $59,509 – $65,460
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
$25.53/hr
Range: $24.32 – $26.75
Annual Rate
$53,111
Range: $50,583 – $55,641
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.04/hr
Range: $28.61 – $31.47
Annual Rate
$62,484
Range: $59,509 – $65,460
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.55/hr
Range: $32.90 – $36.19
Annual Rate
$71,857
Range: $68,435 – $75,279
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
