Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Slidell-Mandeville-Covington, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$25.21
21.2%Below national average
Range: $24.01 – $26.41
Average Annual Pay
$52,438
21.2%Below national average
Range: $49,941 – $54,935
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
$21.43/hr
Range: $20.41 – $22.45
Annual Rate
$44,572
Range: $42,450 – $46,695
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.21/hr
Range: $24.01 – $26.41
Annual Rate
$52,438
Range: $49,941 – $54,935
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.99/hr
Range: $27.61 – $30.37
Annual Rate
$60,304
Range: $57,432 – $63,175
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
