Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$38.43
20.1%Above national average
Range: $36.60 – $40.26
Average Annual Pay
$79,934
20.1%Above national average
Range: $76,128 – $83,741
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
$32.67/hr
Range: $31.11 – $34.22
Annual Rate
$67,944
Range: $64,709 – $71,180
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.43/hr
Range: $36.60 – $40.26
Annual Rate
$79,934
Range: $76,128 – $83,741
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.19/hr
Range: $42.09 – $46.30
Annual Rate
$91,924
Range: $87,547 – $96,302
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
