Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$21.21
33.7%Below national average
Range: $20.20 – $22.22
Average Annual Pay
$44,117
33.7%Below national average
Range: $42,016 – $46,218
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
$18.03/hr
Range: $17.17 – $18.89
Annual Rate
$37,499
Range: $35,714 – $39,285
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.21/hr
Range: $20.20 – $22.22
Annual Rate
$44,117
Range: $42,016 – $46,218
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.39/hr
Range: $23.23 – $25.55
Annual Rate
$50,735
Range: $48,318 – $53,151
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
