Private Detectives and Investigators Jobs Pay in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$25.43
20.5%Below national average
Range: $24.22 – $26.64
Average Annual Pay
$52,896
20.5%Below national average
Range: $50,378 – $55,415
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
$21.62/hr
Range: $20.59 – $22.64
Annual Rate
$44,962
Range: $42,821 – $47,103
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.43/hr
Range: $24.22 – $26.64
Annual Rate
$52,896
Range: $50,378 – $55,415
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.24/hr
Range: $27.85 – $30.64
Annual Rate
$60,830
Range: $57,935 – $63,727
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
